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Is Europe Attempting to Strong-Arm Cambodia Towards Democracy?
Cambodia faces an economic collapse from European Union trade maneuvers designed to force its leader to walk back a prolonged political crackdown.
Activist Jailed In Chechnya Wins European Human Rights Prize
Human rights campaigner was jailed since January in the Russian province of Chechnya has been awarded a prestigious human rights prize by Council of Europe.
Gruesome Murder of Bulgarian Journalist Investigating Corruption
The body of the popular Bulgarian TV journalist investigating alleged corruption involving politicians and EU funds was found Saturday in a park.
Turkey May Hold Vote On Whether to Pursue EU Membership
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan has again suggested that Turkey could decide in a referendum whether to continue pursuing membership in the European Union.
Hungarian Human Rights Defender Wins Human Rights Award
The award comes in the wake of an assault on human rights and the rule of law in Hungary including a law criminalizing providing assistance to migrants.
Low Turnout in Macedonia Name-Change Referendum
Few Macedonians turned out to vote in a referendum on whether to change the name of their country — a move towards joining NATO and the European Union.
VIDEO: The Recurring Battle Between Liberalism And Its Adversaries
The past century has been marked by repeated proclamations of the triumph of democracy. However, they have proved premature
EU Sues Poland For Undermining Independence Of Courts
The EU sued Poland on Monday in the EU’s highest court over the ruling party’s changes to the judiciary, for undermining independence of the courts.
VIDEO: Remembering Red Square Protest August 1968
On Remembering Red Square Protest August 1968, WoodrowWilsonCenter 17 September hosted event on topic: “For your freedom and ours” Remembering the Red Square Protest of August 1968.