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Assad's Syria: Brutality, Vulnerability, and a Shifting Geopolitical Landscape

Bashar al-Assad's rule in Syria, marked by brutality and oppression, led to a devastating civil war causing over 500,000 deaths and millions of displaced people; despite initial hopes for reform, his regime prioritized control through fear and violence, leaving the country vulnerable to further inst...

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Russia's War in Ukraine: A Correspondent's Warning

The author, a correspondent in Kyiv, describes witnessing the start of the war on February 24, 2022 and uses this personal experience to analyze the systematic nature of the Russian regime, its methods of control, and the risks to democratic systems globally.

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South Korea's Brief Martial Law Highlights Authoritarian Past

On December 3, 2024, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol briefly declared martial law, raising concerns about the country's democratic stability despite its economic success and highlighting its history of authoritarian rule following the Korean War.

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South Korean President Faces Impeachment After Martial Law Declaration

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, then rescinded it hours later due to national outcry; six opposition parties filed impeachment papers, revealing deep political divisions and echoing the country's volatile history.

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Georgia Protests Erupt After Government Delays EU Membership Talks

Following the Georgian government's decision to delay EU membership talks for four years, thousands of protesters took to the streets, met with a violent police crackdown resulting in over 100 arrests and dozens of injuries. The US suspended its strategic partnership with Georgia.

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Tunisia\'s Democratic Backslide Under Saied

Tunisian President Kais Saied\'s 2021 power grab, consolidating executive power and suppressing opposition, marked a sharp reversal of the post-2011 democratic transition, reflecting public disillusionment with prior governance and a broader appeal of authoritarian rule.

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Mass Protests Erupt in Georgia Following Ruling Party's Decision to Delay EU Accession Talks

Mass protests erupted in Georgia after the ruling Georgian Dream party announced it would delay EU accession talks until 2028, following allegations of widespread vote-buying and government intimidation in the October elections, which resulted in demonstrations in Tbilisi and across the nation.

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Georgia PM Vows to "Eradicate" Opposition Amid Pro-EU Crackdown

Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze vowed to "eradicate" the pro-EU opposition following a disputed election and ensuing protests, resulting in over 300 arrests, dozens of injuries, and international condemnation, including US sanctions threats, as EU membership talks were suspended until 2028...

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South Korean President Reverses Martial Law Declaration Amidst Outcry

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law on live television on [date], prompting immediate public outrage and a swift reversal of the decision after unanimous lawmaker opposition; the event has triggered calls for his impeachment and resignation, highlighting the nation's fragile po...

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Lukashenko's 2025 Reelection Campaign: Fear-Mongering Amidst Uncertainty

Belarussian President Alexander Lukashenko's reelection campaign for January 26, 2025, is unusually subdued, lacking a clear program and relying on fear-mongering, highlighting the regime's challenges amidst war and sanctions.

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Nicaragua's Constitutional Reform Consolidates Authoritarian Rule

Nicaragua's constitutional reform, passed on November 22nd, eliminates the separation of powers, centralizes authority under a "co-presidency" of Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo, and is condemned by the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights as a setback for democracy.

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Nicaragua: Ortega strengthens grip on power amid international criticism

Nicaragua's legislature approves constitutional amendments enhancing President Ortega's power, drawing condemnation from international observers and human rights groups.

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