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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

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

China Protests Call For Xi To Step Down Over Covid Policies

by DC Editors - December 2, 2022

China Protests Call For Xi To Step Down Over Covid Policies

Protesters pushed to the brink by China’s strict COVID measures in Shanghai called for the removal of the country’s all-powerful leader.

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

Under Daniel Ortega, Nicaragua Has Become A One-Party State

by DC Editors - November 20, 2022

In sham elections on November 6th the ruling party Sandinista National Liberation Front won 153 out of 153 municipalities.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Central America, Dictatorships

Egypt: Detentions, Repression Follow Protest Calls

by DC Editors - November 18, 2022

How Digital Satire Is Keeping Dissent Alive In Egypt

Egyptian authorities reportedly detained hundreds of people in a nationwide crackdown following calls for anti-government protests.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Democracy Protests, Dictatorships, Egypt

Iran’s Doctors Have Joined The Uprising

by DC Editors - November 14, 2022

Iran’s Doctors Have Joined The Uprising

Protest over a woman’s death over hijab rule spread have persisted in Iran since September. Doctors have joined in the demonstrations.

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

Bahrain Elections Held Amidst Political Repression

by DC Editors - November 14, 2022

Bahrain Elections Held Amidst Political Repression

After a decade of human rights violations, Bahrain’s parliamentary elections, scheduled for November 12, are taking place amid repression.

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

Cameroon: Paul Biya Marks 40 Years in Power

by DC Editors - November 8, 2022

Cameroon: Paul Biya Marks 40 Years in Power

Biya, who at 89 will notch[ed] up 40 years in power [last] Sunday, [becoming] one of the world’s longest-serving leaders thanks to iron-fisted rule.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Cameroon, Dictatorships

France’s Weapons Industry Is Growing Rich Off Dictatorships

by DC Editors - November 8, 2022

France’s Weapons Industry Is Growing Rich Off Dictatorships

France’s arms industry has long armed authoritarian regimes like in Egypt and Saudi Arabia and is now setting sights on Europe due to the war in Ukraine.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Dictatorships, Europe, France

Xi Jinping: The Making Of A Dictator

by DC Editors - October 23, 2022

The 2,300 members of the Communist Party present – and all of China – will be required to applaud Xi as he embarks on a third term of office.

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

A Time Of Unease And Challenge For Democracy

by DC Editors - October 16, 2022

A Time Of Unease And Challenge For Democracy

With nations across the world increasingly wary of the leadership of the United States, the war in Ukraine poses a test for the West.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Dictatorships, Worldwide

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