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Putin's 25-Year Grip on Power: Consolidation, Suppression, and Enduring Rule

Vladimir Putin's 25-year rule in Russia has been marked by the erosion of democratic institutions, suppression of dissent, and consolidation of power through strategic maneuvering and the cultivation of a loyal inner circle, despite facing multiple challenges including protests and war.

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t24.com.tr
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Turkey's 2025 Institutional Crisis: Judiciary and Universities Under Scrutiny

In 2025 Turkey, simultaneous actions against universities and the judiciary, including dismissals and investigations, raise concerns about institutional independence, following years of alleged exam and hiring irregularities.

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64% Bias Score

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elmundo.es
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Lukashenko Begins Seventh Term Amidst Controversy

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko began his seventh term on Tuesday, January 26th, 2024, following a controversial election and amid accusations of US-backed attempts to overthrow his government.

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56% Bias Score

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theguardian.com
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Trump's USAGM Defunding Endangers Journalists, Sparks Global Concerns

The Trump administration's March 14th executive order defunding the US Agency for Global Media (USAGM), jeopardizes 3,500 employees, many facing deportation to countries where they risk imprisonment or death; this action has been praised by authoritarian governments, raising concerns about its impac...

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52% Bias Score

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Serbia Protests Challenge Vucic's Rule Amidst Corruption Allegations

Widespread protests in Serbia challenge President Vucic's authority following a deadly train station collapse in November 2024, fueled by allegations of government corruption and human rights abuses, while Russia and the US offer differing levels of support, and the EU seeks to mediate.

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welt.de
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Imamoglu's Imprisonment Signals Turkey's Descent into Dictatorship

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu was jailed on March 23rd, 2025, following a politically motivated arrest based on unsubstantiated corruption charges, eliminating a major challenger to President Erdogan in the 2028 election and signifying a shift towards dictatorship; widespread protests failed to prev...

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Erdogan Arrests Rival Mayor, Solidifying Authoritarian Grip on Turkey

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu's arrest on charges of leading a criminal organization, days before his anticipated presidential candidacy announcement, signals Turkish President Erdogan's move towards full authoritarianism amidst declining approval ratings and potential U.S. policy shifts under Presi...

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Erdoğan's Power Grab: Mayor's Arrest Amidst Geopolitical Advantage

President Erdoğan's arrest of Istanbul's popular mayor, Ekrem İmamoğlu, is seen by Handelsblatt and Neue Zürcher Zeitung as a power grab, exploiting favorable geopolitical conditions and the West's perceived weakness to consolidate autocratic rule in Turkey.

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Imamoglu's Arrest Sparks Widespread Protests, Raising Concerns About Turkey's Democracy

Turkish opposition leader Ekrem Imamoglu's arrest on March 23rd, 2024, on corruption charges sparked widespread protests and raised concerns about Turkey's democratic future, with 15 million people voting for him in a primary election, officially making him the CHP's presidential candidate for 2028 ...

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Peaceful Power Transfers in Chile and Uruguay Contrast with Authoritarian Regimes in Latin America

In 2025, Chilean President Gabriel Boric and Uruguayan President Luis Lacalle Pou will step down, showcasing democratic transitions in contrast to authoritarian leaders like Maduro, Ortega, and Díaz-Canel in Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Cuba, respectively.

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Trump's Presidency: A Warning for Democracies

Donald Trump's presidency has been characterized by disregard for laws and democratic norms, fueled by a crisis of expectations and economic anxieties in the US, serving as a warning for other democracies.

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jpost.com
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Imamoglu Arrest Sparks Protests, Raises Global Authoritarianism Concerns

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu's arrest on corruption and terror charges, solidified Sunday after a police raid, sparks massive protests and raises concerns about political motivations, potentially impacting Turkey's regional role and global authoritarian trends.

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