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Here you will find our latest news on dictatorships around the world. These articles attempt to shine a light on the ridiculous, bizarre, and inhumane ramifications that result from organizing human societies without consent of the humans. The worst abuses of dictatorships will be covered here as well as their most outrageous behavior. Also see our section on the Political Dissidents who struggle against dictatorships across the world.

“From the errors of other nations, let us learn wisdom.”

Thomas Paine

How Modern Military Technology Reduces Probability Of Democratisation

by DC Editors - February 4, 2023

How Modern Military Technology Reduces Probability Of Democratisation

The spread of military technologies is an inhibitor to democratic reform. This raises serious questions regarding the future.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Dictatorships, Voting Technology, Worldwide

Russia’s Ruling Party Uses AI To Purge Anti-War Voters

by DC Editors - January 20, 2023

Russia’s Ruling Party Uses AI To Purge Anti-War Voters

Russia’s ruling party is purging its ranks of opponents to the war in Ukraine with AI and algorithms that track voters’ social media activity.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Dictatorships, Europe, Russia

Myanmar’s Ousted Leader Gets 33 Years in Prison

by DC Editors - January 3, 2023

Myanmar’s Ousted Leader Gets 33 Years in Prison

After being found guilty of corruption Friday, Suu Kyi was given a seven-year prison term in addition to her previous sentence of 26 years.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Aung Suu Kyi, Burma, Dictatorships, Political Dissidents

Shielded By Russia And China, Myanmar Junta Turn More Brutal

by DC Editors - January 3, 2023

Shielded By Russia And China, Myanmar Junta Turn More Brutal

The authoritarian excesses of Myanmar’s junta, which now include the death penalty, are enabled by protection from China and Russia.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Burma, China, Dictatorships, Russia

Russia Is Europe’s Most Dangerous Country For Journalists

by DC Editors - January 3, 2023

Russia Is Europe's Most Dangerous Country For Journalists

2022 witnessed an increase in violence against journalists, especially in Russia, with many losing their lives for doing their job.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Dictatorships, Europe, Journalism and Free Speech, Russia, Ukraine

North Korea Teens Executed For Watching K-Drama

by DC Editors - December 14, 2022

North Korea Teens Executed For Watching K-Drama

Two high school students have been put to death by the North Korean government for watching American and South Korean films.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Dictatorships, North Korea

Key Iran Labor Sectors Launch Major Strikes

by DC Editors - December 6, 2022

Key Iran Labor Sectors Launch Major Strikes

More than three months into anti-state protests across Iran that state security forces have been unable to crush despite the use of lethal force.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Dictatorships, Iran, Middle East

Can Xi Sap Momentum Of China’s ‘Black Swan’ Protests?

by DC Editors - December 6, 2022

China Protesters Test Xi’s Resolve After Covid Pivot

China’s vast security apparatus has moved swiftly to smother mass protests that swept the country, with police patrolling streets.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, China, Democracy Protests, Dictatorships

Chinese Users Play Cat-And-Mouse With Censors Amid Protests

by DC Editors - December 6, 2022

China Suspends Social Media Accounts Of Covid Policy Critics

Chinese protesters calling for the removal of COVID-19 restrictions have resorted to playing cat-and-mouse on the internet with authorities.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, China, Dictatorships

Iran Arrests Protest-Supporting Footballer Voria Ghafouri

by DC Editors - December 2, 2022

Iran Arrests Protest-Supporting Footballer Voria Ghafouri

Iranian security forces have arrested popular football player Voria Ghafouri on charges of “tarnishing the reputation of the national team”.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Dictatorships, Iran, Middle East

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