Georgian Police Arrest Opposition Leader Amid Anti-Government Protests
Georgian police arrested opposition leader Zurab Japaridze on Monday after dispersing anti-government protesters with water cannons and tear gas, escalating tensions over the government's postponement of EU accession talks and disputed elections.
Georgian Police Arrest Opposition Leader Amid Anti-Government Protests
Georgian police arrested opposition leader Zurab Japaridze on Monday after dispersing anti-government protesters with water cannons and tear gas, escalating tensions over the government's postponement of EU accession talks and disputed elections.
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40% Bias Score
Romanian Parliamentary Elections: High Turnout Amidst International Concerns
Three million Romanians voted by midday in the December 1st parliamentary elections, exceeding 16% of the electorate, with almost 250,000 voting abroad; regional turnout varied, and international observers express concerns about potential far-right influence and foreign policy shifts.
Romanian Parliamentary Elections: High Turnout Amidst International Concerns
Three million Romanians voted by midday in the December 1st parliamentary elections, exceeding 16% of the electorate, with almost 250,000 voting abroad; regional turnout varied, and international observers express concerns about potential far-right influence and foreign policy shifts.
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40% Bias Score
44 Hospitalized Amid Georgian Protests Over Halted EU Accession Talks
Following three nights of protests in Tbilisi against the Georgian government's suspension of European Union accession talks, 44 people were hospitalized after police used water cannons and tear gas; the government accuses unspecified "foreign entities" of attempting a "Maidan-style scenario" and re...
44 Hospitalized Amid Georgian Protests Over Halted EU Accession Talks
Following three nights of protests in Tbilisi against the Georgian government's suspension of European Union accession talks, 44 people were hospitalized after police used water cannons and tear gas; the government accuses unspecified "foreign entities" of attempting a "Maidan-style scenario" and re...
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40% Bias Score
Mexico Eliminates Independent Agencies, Raising Transparency Concerns
Mexico's Senate eliminated seven independent agencies, including the body overseeing freedom of information requests, raising concerns about transparency and potential trade disputes, despite government claims it will improve efficiency and reduce corruption.
Mexico Eliminates Independent Agencies, Raising Transparency Concerns
Mexico's Senate eliminated seven independent agencies, including the body overseeing freedom of information requests, raising concerns about transparency and potential trade disputes, despite government claims it will improve efficiency and reduce corruption.
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52% Bias Score
Guatemala Cancels Semilla Party's Legal Status
A Guatemalan judge ordered the cancellation of the legal status of the Semilla party, impacting President Bernardo Arévalo, due to accusations of irregularities in its formation process; the ruling follows a pattern of actions against the president and his party amidst international sanctions agains...
Guatemala Cancels Semilla Party's Legal Status
A Guatemalan judge ordered the cancellation of the legal status of the Semilla party, impacting President Bernardo Arévalo, due to accusations of irregularities in its formation process; the ruling follows a pattern of actions against the president and his party amidst international sanctions agains...
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44% Bias Score
100+ Arrested Amid Protests in Georgia After EU Talks Suspended
Following a disputed parliamentary election and the suspension of EU accession talks, over 100 protestors were arrested in Georgia after clashes with police who used excessive force; the government blamed unspecified foreign entities for the protests.
100+ Arrested Amid Protests in Georgia After EU Talks Suspended
Following a disputed parliamentary election and the suspension of EU accession talks, over 100 protestors were arrested in Georgia after clashes with police who used excessive force; the government blamed unspecified foreign entities for the protests.
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48% Bias Score
Eight Turkish Opposition Mayors Removed After March 2024 Elections
Following the March 2024 Turkish local elections, eight opposition mayors, including those of Esenyurt and Mardin, were removed and replaced with government-appointed trustees, prompting criticism from Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu who called these actions a violation of public mandate and democrati...
Eight Turkish Opposition Mayors Removed After March 2024 Elections
Following the March 2024 Turkish local elections, eight opposition mayors, including those of Esenyurt and Mardin, were removed and replaced with government-appointed trustees, prompting criticism from Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu who called these actions a violation of public mandate and democrati...
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56% Bias Score
Georgia Protests: 44 Hospitalized Amidst EU Accession Halt
Three nights of protests in Tbilisi over Georgia halting EU talks left 44 hospitalized; the government blames "blackmail" and points to U.S. outgoing administration, while the EU and opposition cite democratic backsliding and Russian interference.
Georgia Protests: 44 Hospitalized Amidst EU Accession Halt
Three nights of protests in Tbilisi over Georgia halting EU talks left 44 hospitalized; the government blames "blackmail" and points to U.S. outgoing administration, while the EU and opposition cite democratic backsliding and Russian interference.
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40% Bias Score
EU Commission Formation Exposes Member State Dominance
After six months of political infighting and challenging parliamentary hearings, the European Union finally approved its new European Commission, highlighting the increased influence of member states over EU institutions and exposing tensions between national and European interests.
EU Commission Formation Exposes Member State Dominance
After six months of political infighting and challenging parliamentary hearings, the European Union finally approved its new European Commission, highlighting the increased influence of member states over EU institutions and exposing tensions between national and European interests.
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60% Bias Score
Mexico Dismantles Seven Government Watchdogs Amid Democracy Concerns
Mexico's Senate voted Thursday to dismantle seven independent government watchdogs, including the Institute for Information Access and Transparency (INAI), a move critics say weakens democracy and increases the risk of corruption, despite government claims of reduced bureaucracy.
Mexico Dismantles Seven Government Watchdogs Amid Democracy Concerns
Mexico's Senate voted Thursday to dismantle seven independent government watchdogs, including the Institute for Information Access and Transparency (INAI), a move critics say weakens democracy and increases the risk of corruption, despite government claims of reduced bureaucracy.
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40% Bias Score
107 Arrested in Tbilisi Amid Protests Against Georgian Government
Following disputed elections and the Georgian government's decision to suspend EU accession talks, 107 protesters were arrested in Tbilisi during large-scale demonstrations, injuring several police officers. The protests highlight deep public opposition to the government's increasingly authoritarian...
107 Arrested in Tbilisi Amid Protests Against Georgian Government
Following disputed elections and the Georgian government's decision to suspend EU accession talks, 107 protesters were arrested in Tbilisi during large-scale demonstrations, injuring several police officers. The protests highlight deep public opposition to the government's increasingly authoritarian...
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40% Bias Score
Georgia: Postponement of EU Talks Sparks Mass Protests and Clashes
Following disputed elections and the postponement of EU accession talks until 2028, thousands protested in Tbilisi, leading to clashes with police, over 150 arrests, and condemnation from international bodies. The opposition boycotts parliament, citing electoral irregularities.
Georgia: Postponement of EU Talks Sparks Mass Protests and Clashes
Following disputed elections and the postponement of EU accession talks until 2028, thousands protested in Tbilisi, leading to clashes with police, over 150 arrests, and condemnation from international bodies. The opposition boycotts parliament, citing electoral irregularities.
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40% Bias Score