Sudanese authorities disrupted phone lines and the internet, as well as the media, including Al-Arabiya, a satellite channel.
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
Myanmar Jails Celebrities Who Supported Democracy Protests
A court in Myanmar has sentenced three prominent celebrities to three years in prison apiece for their roles in anti-coup rallies.
3 Years In Jail For Myanmar Celebrity For Mass Protests
One of Myanmar’s most well-known celebrities, Paing Takhon, has been sentenced to three years in prison for his role in anti-coup rallies.
How China Snuffed Out Hong Kong Democracy
If Hong Kong was ever a democracy, 2021 witnessed the end of all forms of democratic practice in the city, courtesy of China.
Russian Court Orders Closing of Prominent Human Rights Group
Russia’s Supreme Court has ruled that Memorial International, which documents political persecution in Russia, must be liquidated.
The Betrayal of Nicaraguan Democracy, A First-Hand Account
A new book looks at Nicaragua’s painful descent into authoritarianism. The book argues for a betrayal of Nicaragua’s democracy.
Crime Against Democracy’: Danish Creator Of Tiananmen Statue
Hong Kong University officials have dismantled the ‘pillar of shame’ erected to memorialize the 1989 Tiananmen Square Massacre.
China Ordered Amazon to Delete Reviews of Xi Jinping’s Book
Amazon.com Inc.’s efforts to gain favor with China included muzzling criticism of President Xi Jinping’s book on its Chinese website.
Turnout Down as Hong Kong Votes in ‘Patriots’-only Election
Efforts by Hong Kong authorities and last-ditch canvassing by candidates failed to improve turnout in “patriots”-only election on Sunday.
Benin’s Star Slips As Beacon Of Democracy
Benin, once West Africa’s poster child for democracy, is under fire after two opposition leaders were sentenced to harsh prison terms.