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Authoritarian regimes around the world cheer on dismantling of USAid
Elon Musk-led razing of US foreign aid agency led strong-arm rulers in Hungary, Belarus and elsewhere to celebrate. Moscow has welcomed the impending dissolution of USAid , joining a chorus of ...The Guardian - 8h -
‘Clear signs of authoritarianism’: Ecuador’s ‘iron fist’ leader seeks re-election
Voters go to polls on Sunday to give verdict on Daniel Noboa, whose crime crackdown has eroded human rights. Carlos Javier Vega, 19, asked to switch shifts at his father’s bakery in Guayaquil, ...The Guardian - 17h -
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Iran's regime is not on the verge of collapse
Contrary to claims of weakness, Iran remains a formidable actor with robust defense capabilities and significant geopolitical leverage.The Hill - Jan. 27 -
Belarus votes in orchestrated election all but certain to extend the rule of authoritarian leader Alexander Lukashenko
Belarus votes in orchestrated election all but certain to extend the rule of authoritarian leader Alexander LukashenkoABC News - Jan. 26 -
Afghan refugees urge Pakistan to ease visa regime after Trump pauses US resettlement programs
Afghan refugees are appealing to Pakistan’s premier to ease a visa regime on humanitarian grounds after President Donald Trump paused the U.S. refugee programs, panicking thousands of Afghans who ...ABC News - Jan. 24 -
Trump’s assault on the global corporate tax regime
President threatens retaliation against ‘discriminatory’ levies on US multinationalsFinancial Times - Jan. 22 -
Lessons on Authoritarianism From Around the World
Tyranny doesn’t happen overnight. Take it from the people who missed the first signs.The New York Times - Jan. 22 -
Trump must invoke regime change to deter America’s enemies
Trump needs to make clear to Russia and China that the United States will not abandon the targets of their aggression, Ukraine and Taiwan.The Hill - Jan. 21 -
Her aunt's regime 'disappeared' people - so why did Starmer make her a minister?
Tulip Siddiq has resigned as anti-corruption minister, but questions remain for the Prime Minister.BBC News - Jan. 21 -
Trump’s inaugural regime change
Vibes speak volumes as new president lays out a radical agendaFinancial Times - Jan. 20 -
‘Not a mouthpiece of the regime’: Syria’s state news agency enters new era
Journalists and broadcasters at Sana wait for ‘actions, not words’ but look to future after fall of Assad government. Zyad Mahameed finally has the job he always wanted. In his previous role in the ...The Guardian - Jan. 20 -
Trump is back! How do we prepare for life under a brutal regime of AI climate crypto madness?! | First Dog on the Moon
At least we have TikTok back. Sign up here to get an email whenever First Dog cartoons are published Get all your needs met at the First Dog shop if what you need is First Dog merchandise and ...The Guardian - Jan. 20 -
UK MPs withdraw report criticising current Bangladesh regime over ‘bias’
Exclusive: Complaints said report was 'inaccurate’ and biased in favour of ousted Sheikh Hasina’s government. A group of MPs has withdrawn a controversial report into Bangladesh after complaints ...The Guardian - Jan. 19 -
Many Syrians Want Justice for Regime Crimes. Others Want Revenge.
The new interim Syrian government says it will hunt down and punish senior security officials and others, but concern is growing about attacks on former low-level members of the Assad regime’s forces.The New York Times - Jan. 16 -
Supreme Court turns away challenge to Maryland handgun license regime
The Supreme Court let Maryland’s handgun licensing regime stand, turning away a long-running Second Amendment challenge in a brief order issued Monday. A group of gun owners, a gun rights group ...The Hill - Jan. 13 -
Syria Faces Big Challenge in Seeking Justice for Assad Regime Crimes
The rebel alliance that took power has vowed to prosecute senior figures from the ousted government, but accountability will be hard to achieve in a vulnerable, divided and battered country.The New York Times - Jan. 12 -
Venezuelan Opposition Leader Is Briefly Detained as Regime Tightens Crackdown
María Corina Machado was seized by President Nicolás Maduro’s regime after she appeared at a protest in Caracas.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 9
