Verdict hopefully brings some measure of justice to the victims, forty years after the unspeakable mass atrocities committed by the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia.
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
Cambodian Official Says Khmer Rouge Tribunal Work Is Done
Cambodian official says Khmer rouge tribunals that convicted last two leaders of Khmer Rouge of genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes is done.
Key UN Committee Condemns North Korean Rights Violations
Key U.N. committee adopted a resolution condemning North Korea’s “longstanding and ongoing systematic, widespread and gross violations of human rights”.
Missing Elite Chinese University Students, Alumni Spark Outcry
Students and alumni of Chinese universities spark outcry over apparent detention of dozens of young labor activists who have been missing since weekend.
Marie-Antoinette Jewels Soar at ‘Once in a Lifetime’ Auction
A royal treasure trove that belonged to French Queen Marie-Antoinette fetched 53.5 million Swiss francs as collectors fresh to the market.
Government Confirms Gabon Dictator Seriously Ill In Saudi Arabia
Central African nation’s presidency said in statement on Sunday latest word about health of president Ali Bongo Ondimba of Gabon was “extremely reassuring”.
Russia-Controlled Ukraine Regions Hold Clearly Rigged Vote
Residents of eastern Ukraine regions controlled by Russia-backed separatist voted Sunday for local governments in elections denounced by Kyiv and the West.
Another Tibetan Burns Himself To Death To Protest Chinese Rule
Tibetan exiles say this is the 153rd instance of self-immolation since 2009. Most of the people who have set themselves on fire have died.
Popular Cameroon Journalist Jailed Amid Anglophone Unrest
Mimi Mefo of Cameroon’s restive Anglophone region remains in jail after she was arrested and charged with propagating false information and terrorism.
China Dismisses Criticism About Mass Detentions At UN
China on Tuesday rejected criticism of its treatment of ethnic Muslims, telling the U.N. that accusations of rights abuses were “politically driven.”