Historical memory and national identity have been a point of contention and subject for manipulation since independence in Ukraine, report.
Russia articles on Democracy Chronicles
News about the struggle for democracy in Russia. Russia is not a functioning democracy. According to Freedom House, "limited political competition, assassination, and repression are used by dictator Vladimir Putin to maintain control". Also see our articles on Putin or on two of his public opponents Alexei Navalny and the punk band Pussy Riot.
Microsoft warns Russia, China and Iran targeting US election
Cyberattacks on elections are still a major concern. Microsoft is warning that it is seeing an increase in such attacts on its customers.
Election officials prepare for new Russian interference battle
Russia interfered in the 2016 elections and there have been concerns it might do so again. Election officials are preparing for new Russian interference battle.
Will Putin make it to 2024?
Recent constitutional amendments in Russia pave the way for Putin’s re-election but now-happening political upheavals cast a shadow over a 2024 bid for him.
State voter registration systems have not been hacked, officials say
A viral Russian newspaper article prompted concerns over hacked voter registration systems. However, officials have said this hasn’t happened.
The terrible déjà vu of the Navalny poisoning
Although suspected of being involved, the Russian government has launched a probe into the alleged poisoning of prominent politician Alexei Navalny.
Recognizing journalist who exposed Ukraine’s Holodomor
Gareth Jones, a British journalist, exposed Stalin’s genocidal Ukraine famine. Kyiv Council recognised him, naming a street in the capital after him.
U.S. moves to stop Russia ‘suppressing democracy’ in Sudan
Sudan is having a hard time making a democratic transition ever since Bashir was toppled. The U.S. is moving to stop Russia from derailing this process.
Election Meddling Drives DHS to Seek Help Tracking Social Media
The Homeland Security Department has appealed for expertise to help track and analyse social media disinformation by Russia, China, Iran, North Korea.
Failure to lead
After decades of global repute the United States of America has seen a historic leadership vacuum. Americans must make the right decision this November.