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US Sanctions Georgian Leader Amidst Russia's Overtures and EU Accession Stalemate

The US sanctioned Georgian businessman Bidzina Ivanishvili for undermining democracy and human rights, prompting Russia to offer closer ties while Georgia's EU accession is stalled.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Mixed Results for Tusk's Poland After One Year

One year after Donald Tusk's return as Polish Prime Minister, his government has made progress in restoring media objectivity and EU relations, unlocking billions in EU funds; however, challenges remain in judicial reform and women's rights due to resistance from the President, the Constitutional Co...

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Terrorism and Broader Threats to Turkish Democracy

Deputy President Cevdet Yılmaz emphasized that terrorism hinders Turkish democracy, a view partially shared by opposition MPs who highlighted other factors such as press restrictions and political persecution, citing specific cases and arguing for a comprehensive approach to democratic reform.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Israeli Law Exacerbates Power Imbalance in Local Government

A new Israeli law increases the number of paid deputy mayors in large cities, potentially increasing mayoral power and decreasing opposition influence; only Netanya can currently afford this, a fact linked to the law's sponsor's past.

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Eight Countries Where Life Got Better in 2024

In 2024, Indonesia achieved record-low poverty and inequality rates, while Poland significantly improved its rule of law after a change in government; other countries including Thailand, Brazil, Bangladesh, Moldova, Botswana, and France also saw positive developments in various areas.

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No Poverty
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House of Lords Reform: Readers Offer Diverse Solutions

Readers respond to The Guardian's editorial on House of Lords reform, offering diverse proposals ranging from modifications to complete abolition and replacement with a proportionally elected senate within a federal structure, highlighting the lack of consensus on a solution.

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Mozambique's Post-Election Unrest and Broader African Trends

Post-election unrest in Mozambique following the October 2024 vote raises concerns about regional stability, while other African nations grapple with democratic challenges and economic pressures; South Africa's unity government faces pressure to deliver results, and sub-Saharan Africa's economic gro...

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Carter Center's Global Impact on Democracy

The Carter Center, founded by Jimmy Carter in 1982, has observed over 125 elections in 40 countries, promoting democracy globally through election monitoring, conflict resolution, and human rights advocacy, impacting countries from Panama and Nepal to the US.

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Cautious Optimism After Öcalan Meeting: DEM Party Spokesperson Highlights Need for Continued Political Engagement

Following a meeting between a DEM Party delegation and Abdullah Öcalan, DEM Party spokesperson Meral Danış Beştaş expressed cautious optimism regarding a potential resolution process, emphasizing the need for continued political engagement alongside negotiations while highlighting the absence of con...

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Guinean Opposition Leader Arrested Amidst Crackdown on Dissent

Guinean opposition leader Aliou Bah was arrested on December 30th for "insulting" the head of state, prompting widespread condemnation from civil society groups and human rights organizations amidst escalating human rights violations under the military junta.

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Taiwan Faces Constitutional Crisis Amidst KMT's Judicial Blockade

Taiwan's Nationalist Kuomintang party is blocking the confirmation of judges to the Constitutional Court, causing a political crisis mirroring recent events in South Korea. The KMT's pro-Beijing stance and obstructionist tactics threaten Taiwan's stability at a critical geopolitical moment.

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Brazilian Film's Box Office Success Reflects Reckoning with Dictatorship's Legacy

The Brazilian film "I'm Still Here," about a family destroyed by the 1970s military dictatorship, has sold nearly 3 million tickets by mid-December 2024, becoming the fifth highest-grossing film of the year amidst a renewed debate about amnesty for those involved in a 2022 coup attempt.

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