Tag: authoritarianism

In its "World Report 2025," Human Rights Watch highlights alarming trends in Belarus, where government repression intensifies amidst ongoing political ...

Belarus continues to grapple with the repercussions of President Lukashenka’s centrally planned economy, which stifles innovation and growth. As economic ...

Hungary's government, led by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, has amended the constitution to further consolidate power, enabling a crackdown on ...

As Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán meets with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, large-scale protests erupt across Türkiye, highlighting widespread ...

In "Fleeing Hong Kong Wasn’t Enough," The Atlantic explores the ongoing struggles faced by Hongkongers who escaped repression. Despite reaching ...

Belarusian opposition leaders and Western officials condemned the recent election results that prolong President Alexander Lukashenko's grip on power. Critics ...

In a move reflecting rising authoritarianism, Serbia's leader has intensified efforts to suppress activist groups, drawing inspiration from the tactics ...

Former President Donald Trump's rhetoric and policies have emboldened authoritarian leaders in Central Europe, notably in Hungary and Slovakia. This ...

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko was 'inaugurated' following controversial elections widely criticized as fraudulent. The West denounces the results as a ...

In its 2024 report, Freedom House highlights Kazakhstan's ongoing struggles with internet freedom. Despite some reforms, surveillance and censorship persist, ...

In Azerbaijan, a journalist reveals the harsh realities of imprisonment under an oppressive regime. Detained for their reporting, they highlight ...

As the prospect of a Trump 2.0 administration looms, its potential implications for Belarus raise questions about U.S. foreign policy ...