Pressure on authorities to release Iranian dissidents is growing after backlash against hardliners
Middle East articles on Democracy Chronicles
View news about the struggle for democracy in the troubled Middle East where vast cultural change and persistent political violence cry out for democracy. Also see our World Democracy section and our articles on the ongoing Arab Spring.
A Personal Account of Reporting on the 2010 Arab Spring
A reporter witnessed all the hope and despair brought by the 2010 Arab Spring revolutions
Iran Reformists Victory Doesn’t Include Democracy Supporters
This lot of Iran reformists are those who the regime picked and not necessarily a pro-reform group
How Much Would Buying Egyptian Dictator Sisi Cost?
After Egypt dictator Sisi offered to sell himself for nation, residents take chance to poke fun
Lebanese Political Crisis is Reaching Point of No Return
Shifts in allegiances and ongoing pressures from Syria war exacerbating Lebanese political crisis
Increasing Access For Women in Iranian Politics
Reformist government shows some success in securing a place for women in Iranian politics
An Arabic Saturday Night Live Program For Middle East
Political comedy tailored to the Arab world debuts with the new Arabic Saturday Night Live
The Refugee Crisis in Greece Explained
We are in an age of unparalleled relocation of people, mostly fleeing their country because of intolerable internal political/religious conflicts. In the Middle East, refugees risk death escaping the constant threat of destruction
How Iran’s Parliamentary Candidates Are Really Chosen
Approval process for Iran’s Parliamentary candidates is based on much more than popular support
Overlooking Oman’s Human Rights Record
If the United States is serious about being the standard bearer in protection of human rights, it should take a fair look at all countries and not allow for countries who are helping our policy objectives to get away with violations