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A ‘Cop of peace’? How can authoritarian, human rights-trashing Azerbaijan possibly host that? | Greta Thunberg
The ‘theme’ chosen for Cop29 must be some kind of dark joke. This summit, like those before it, is a mere act of greenwashing. During rapidly escalating climate and humanitarian crises, another ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
Global rise of populism causing more authoritarianism in Africa – report
‘Moral threshold coming down,’ warns Mo Ibrahim, as his index of governance reveals widespread decline in 10 years. The global rise of populism and “strongmen” has led to an increase in ...World - The Guardian - October 22 -
John Kelly says Trump is "certainly an authoritarian," fits the definition of a fascist
John Kelly, Trump's longest-serving White House chief of staff, also said his former boss "didn't want to be seen with" veterans who had their limbs amputated.Top stories - CBS News - October 23 -
Location tracking, meet abortion bans – authoritarians have too much power | Arwa Mahdawi
Babel Street’s people-tracking service allows customers – including government agencies – to track mobile users. Ever heard of Babel Street ? Unless you’re a data and analytics enthusiast, it’s ...World - The Guardian - October 26 -
Sanders won’t label Trump a ‘fascist,’ calls him ‘authoritarian’
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) declined to call former President Trump a “fascist” but referred to him as an “authoritarian” in an interview Sunday. “I don't like using those words, but clearly he has ...Politics - The Hill - October 27 -
Belarus' authoritarian ruler will face only token challengers in presidential vote
Belarus’ election commission has allowed seven politicians loyal to President Alexander Lukashenko to start collecting signatures to run in January’s election in an apparent bid to create a ...World - ABC News - November 4 -
Who Is Viktor Orban, Hungary’s Authoritarian Leader and Friend of Trump?
The long-serving prime minister, a champion of ‘illiberal democracy,’ has been politically isolated in much of Europe. But he has found common ground with the former and soon-to-be new U.S. president.World - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Trump, Harris and peace in our time
The two candidates have fundamentally different views about America’s global role and how to keep the peaceWorld - Financial Times - November 4 -
Belarus sets a Jan. 26 election that's almost certain to extend its authoritarian leader's rule
Lawmakers in Belarus set the next presidential election for Jan. 26, a vote almost certain to extend the three-decade rule of authoritarian leader Alexander LukashenkoWorld - ABC News - October 23 -
Allies Fret Over Trump Win as Authoritarian Rivals Challenge U.S.-Led Order
With Donald Trump’s support for European security very much in doubt, the bloc faces a test of whether it will have the political will to protect its future.World - The Wall Street Journal - November 6 -
Authoritarians like Trump love fear, defeatism, surrender. Do not give them what they want
We must lay up our supplies – of love, care, trust, community and resolve – so we may resist the storm. Here we are in a crisis in which almost everything we love is going to be under siege in the ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
In Gaza, Sinwar’s Death Alone Won’t Secure the Peace
Even with Sinwar gone, I’m doubtful Hamas will fold or that Israel will easily embrace Biden’s ideas for a peace deal.Top stories - The New York Times - October 19 -
Invite Ukraine to join NATO and win the peace in Europe
It is morally correct, long-overdue and in the West’s interest to invite the biggest and most battle-hardened army in Europe to join NATO.Politics - The Hill - October 23 -
US and Israel to hold Gaza peace talks in Doha
Washington in push for a ceasefire ahead of presidential election next monthBusiness - Financial Times - October 24 -
Israel’s Peace Talks in Gaza and Lebanon: What to Know
Complex negotiations involving several players are proceeding on two separate but related tracks.World - The New York Times - November 2 -
51 AGs urge peaceful response to election results
Fifty-one attorneys general from U.S. states, territories and the District of Columbia are making a bipartisan push for a peaceful transfer of power and a nonviolent response from voters to the ...Politics - The Hill - November 5 -
Trump and Musk can bring peace to golf - McIlroy
Donald Trump's return to the White House can help pave the way for peace in golf's 'civil war', says four-time major champion Rory McIlroy.Top stories - BBC News - November 6 -
Harris concedes, encouraging peaceful transfer of power
Vice President Harris on Wednesday conceded the 2024 presidential contest to President-elect Trump during remarks at her alma mater, Howard University, in which she also encouraged a peaceful ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Peace through strength? Or World War Trump?
Is Trump really the leader who can “stop the wars” as he claims? Or will his Peace Through Strength policies provoke the conflicts that he claims he now opposes?Politics - The Hill - November 7 -
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Friday Briefing: Biden promises a peaceful transition
Plus, the readers turning to “healing fiction.”World - The New York Times - November 7 -
Flattery, profits, peace: Ukraine’s pitch to Trump
Two ideas included in Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s ‘victory plan’ were crafted with the Republican’s presidency in mindWorld - Financial Times - 2 days ago -
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How the Biden Team Plans to Build Peace From Sinwar’s Death
Will Israel take steps toward a Palestinian state?Top stories - The New York Times - October 17 -
After Sinwar's Death, Israel Has Stark Choice: Declare Victory or Keep Fighting
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu suggested the war would continue as the U.S. and Israel’s military argue for a cease-fire in Gaza.World - The Wall Street Journal - October 17 -
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Autopsy Shows Hamas Leader, Yahya Sinwar, Was Killed by a Gunshot to the Head
Mr. Sinwar had also been hit in the arm during a firefight earlier with Israeli soldiers, according to the Israeli doctor who oversaw the autopsy. Hamas confirmed its leader’s death but said his ...World - The New York Times - October 19 -
Biden on Israel's plans to respond to Iran attack, Middle East peace
President Biden spoke to reporters before departing Germany. Mr. Biden commented on the potential to move forward with cease-fires in Lebanon and Gaza after Israel's operation that killed Hamas' ...Top stories - CBS News - October 18 -
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Despite Sinwar’s Death, Mideast Peace May Still Be Elusive
Just about all of the actors in the region are looking for an “offramp” to the conflict, many analysts say. But Hezbollah and Hamas are talking tough, and Israel is not backing down.World - The New York Times - October 19 -
Armed rebels threaten Colombia’s ‘peace’ drive at global nature summit
COP16 conference comes as observers say violent groups have weaponised deforestationBusiness - Financial Times - October 20 -
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Hundreds mourn Catholic priest and Indigenous peace activist killed in southern Mexico
Hundreds of people have turned out to mourn Catholic priest Marcelo Pérez, an activist for Indigenous peoples and farm laborers who was killed in the southern Mexico state of ChiapasWorld - ABC News - October 21 -
As Blinken pushes for peace, Israel pushes offensives in Gaza, Lebanon
Israel steps up offensives against Iran-backed groups in Lebanon and the Gaza Strip as Antony Blinken returns to the region to push for a cease-fire.Top stories - CBS News - October 22 -
Burial held for Catholic priest and Indigenous peace activist killed in southern Mexico
Hundreds of people have turned out for the burial of Catholic priest Marcelo Pérez, an activist for Indigenous peoples and farm laborers who was killed in the southern Mexico state of ChiapasWorld - ABC News - October 22 -
Gaza Cease-Fire Talks to Resume, but No Sign Yet That Hamas Will Take Part
Israel and the United States plan to send envoys next week to negotiations in Qatar, as the related wars in Gaza and Lebanon rage on.World - The New York Times - October 25 -
Iran Prepares for War but Hopes to Avert One as It Braces for Israeli Strikes
Tehran has several plans for responding to a threatened retaliatory strike by Israel, depending on its severity, and might also do nothing, insiders say.World - The New York Times - October 26 -
This year’s Nobel Peace Prize rings the alarm about the nuclear threat
There are five main drivers of the alarming rise in the threat of nuclear weapons use, each of which demand global attention and American leadership.Politics - The Hill - October 25
