Dictator Alexander Lukashenko of Belarus balances Europe and Russia relations to keep power
Dictatorships articles on Democracy Chronicles
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
Zimbabwe Protest Leader Arrested Ahead of Strike
Baptist preacher and Zimbabwe protest leader Evan Mawarire has led massive protests against regime
Uganda Opposition Leader Besigye Out of Prison
Release on bail for opposition leader Besigye is no sign of let up in pressure from Museveni
New Methods of Repression Tactics Target World’s Journalists
Modern dictatorships using a new generation of repression tactics to stop journalists from reporting
Tragedy as Prominent Cambodian Activist Kem Ley Killed
The killing of Cambodian activist Kem Ley marks a return to old ways of business
Zimbabwe’s #ThisFlag Citizens Protest Movement Erupts
Social media movement launched ThisFlag citizens protest and strike across the country
Repressive Russian Surveillance Measures Signed Into Law
Snowden declares a ‘dark day’ after Russian surveillance law introduced by Vladimir Putin
Report Exposes Cambodian PM’s Family Fortune
The Cambodian PM’s family has grown exceedingly wealthy during his decades-long time in office
Bahrain Dissident Crackdown Criticized Internationally
Growing Bahrain dissident repression is a sign of worsening rights in broader Middle East region
Saudi Arabia Has No Place on UN Human Rights Council
Saudi role on UN Human Rights Council questioned by Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch