Tens of thousands of people Georgian opposition protested on Sunday against last week’s run-off presidential election, which they believe were rigged.
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Police Water-Cannon Brussels Yellow Vest Protesters
Friday, Brussels police water cannon and teargassed “yellow vest” anti-tax movement inspired by France’s who in protest hurled rocks at Premier’s office.
Defense Secretary Mattis Slams Russia, Alleges 2018 Vote Meddling
U.S. Jim Mattis accused Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday of being a “slow learner” who again tried to meddle in U.S. elections in November.
Media Shake-up Fuels New Hungary Press Freedom Fears
Fears raised about press freedom in Hungary Friday over a new centralized structure for media organizations supportive of Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
Hungary Condemned For Closing Top-Ranked Central European University
Hungarian government condemned by Human Rights First today after closing Central European University (CEU) top ranked, graduate-level academic institution.
Ukrainian President Seeks NATO Support In Russia Dispute
Ukrainian President Petro is asking NATO allies to send naval ships to the Sea of Azov to aid his country and “provide security” amid tensions with Russia.
Deutsche Bank Offices Raided in Panama Papers Corruption Probe
Police raided six Deutsche Bank offices in and around Frankfurt on Thursday over money laundering allegations linked to the “Panama Papers”.
Huge Pro-Government Media Conglomerate Formed In Hungary
Huge Hungary’s pro-government media outlets said Wednesday they were donating their companies to a foundation, creating huge right-wing media conglomerate.
EU Whistle blower Protection Heads In The Right Direction
Today, European Parliament Legal Affairs Committee (JURI) voted in favour of stronger protections in an EU-wide whistleblower directive proposed in April.
Poland May Reinstate Supreme Court Judges, a Major EU Demand
Poland’s parliament passed legislation to reinstate Supreme Court judges forced to retire, a step that could ease a standoff with the European Union.