Tiktok despite being swamped in misinformation at times, the app also serves as a platform for countering Kremlin propaganda.
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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.
In the Ukraine War, We Can Make Oligarchs – Everywhere – the Big Losers
The war on Ukraine is an eyeopener. Putin’s regime is propped up by oligarchs. The war is an opportunity for tough sanctions on them.
Russia Arrests 13K Protesters As Ukraine Opposition Surges
Russian authorities are arresting and detaining people protesting against the war in Ukraine. Up to 13000 have been arrested recently.
Covid Theater Shut Down, Now DeSantis Seeks to End War
Ron DeSantis swept into office promising freedom to Americans bogged down by on-and-off Covid restrictions, illness, and internecine political warfare.
Kyrgyzstan Authorities Raid Broadcaster, Detain Director Over Ukraine
Authorities in Kyrgyzstan detained a TV station director for making anti-Ukraine remarks. Kyrgyzstan is well-known for its Russian ties.
UN Offers Mediation To Form Libya Joint Constitutional Committee
The UNs’ top official in conflict-scarred Libya has offered to mediate between political rivals in a renewed push for long-delayed elections,
Renewed Crackdown On Russian Civil Society Amid Ukraine War
Putin has to control the domestic narrative about his illegal campaign in Ukraine. He is cracking down on civil society to achieve this.
Putin’s Rolodex of Fake States
Donetsk and Luhansk are the latest in a number of “fake states” in the former USSR. Putin has a rolodex full of them because he made them.
What’s At Stake For Democracy In Ukraine
The Russian invasion of Ukraine marked a turning point in the democratic recession. Until now the recession has involved declines in democracy.
Millions of Russian Roubles Funded Far-Right Discord in Europe
Throughout Europe, Putin’s influence machine has worked hard to undermine women’s and LGBTIQ rights – sowing disinformation.