Tag #Political Repression

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Russia Cracks Down on Dissent: Volkov Sentenced, Shlosberg Under House Arrest

Moscow courts sentenced Leonid Volkov, Alexei Navalny's associate, to 18 years in prison and banned him from the internet for 10 years, while Lev Shlosberg, a Yabloko party member, was placed under house arrest for discrediting the Russian army; both cases are seen as politically motivated.

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Ukraine's Prisoner Exchange Raises Human Rights Concerns

Ukraine's recent prisoner exchange with Russia included 70 Ukrainian citizens, some convicted of collaboration, prompting concern from Human Rights Watch (HRW) who found many prosecutions violated international humanitarian law; Ukraine also disavowed these exchanged citizens.

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Broadway Play "Good Night, and Good Luck" to Air Live on CNN

On Saturday at 7 p.m. ET, CNN will broadcast and stream live the Tony Award-nominated Broadway play "Good Night, and Good Luck," starring George Clooney as Edward R. Murrow, marking the first-ever live broadcast of a Broadway production on the network.

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Iranian Man Sentenced to 12 Years on Espionage Charges After Coerced Confession

Iranian national Hossein Shanbehzadeh was arrested in Ardabil, Iran, last year and sentenced to 12 years in prison on espionage charges after confessing under duress, including threats against his 6-year-old niece; his lawyer says there is no evidence to support the charges.

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Harvard Under Trump: A Climate of Fear

Three Colombian doctoral students at Harvard describe a climate of fear due to President Trump's actions against the university, including a ban on international students and $3 billion in frozen federal funds, forcing the university to subtly censor content and prioritize financial stability over i...

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Beijing in Silence: Aftermath of Tiananmen Square

On June 6, 1989, Beijing remained tense following the Tiananmen Square massacre, with shortages of essential supplies, divisions within the military, and an uncertain future as the death toll rose, estimated in the thousands, with at least 700 injured at Capital Hospital alone.

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Turkey's Silenced Dissent: Apathy, Repression, and the Need for Empathy

This article analyzes the Turkish government's suppression of dissent, focusing on the imprisonment and targeting of political opponents, academics, and their families, and the widespread silence among the population. The article contrasts this with the empathetic response of politician Özgür Özel t...

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Kenyan Activist's Arrest in Tanzania Strains Regional Relations

Kenyan President William Ruto apologized to Tanzania after Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi and Ugandan activist Agather Atuhaire were arrested, allegedly tortured, and expelled from Tanzania for supporting imprisoned Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu; the incident sparked controversy and raise...

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Iranian Nationals Accused of Spying in UK

Three Iranian nationals, accused of spying for the Iranian regime and targeting journalists from the London-based news site Iran International, appeared at the Old Bailey on Friday; they are charged under the National Security Act with a trial set for October 2026.

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Kenya Apologizes to Tanzania Amidst Allegations of Activist Torture

Kenyan President Ruto apologized to Tanzania for unspecified wrongdoings, following reports of torture and detention of Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi and Ugandan activist Agather Atuhaire in Tanzania while supporting imprisoned opposition leader Tundu Lissu.

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Globus's Memoir Highlights Popular Belarusian Writer Amidst Official Neglect

Adam Globus's new book, "My Neighbor Korotkevich," recounts memories of the beloved Belarusian writer, highlighting his popularity despite official neglect, and reflects a trend in Belarusian publishing towards shorter, more frequent releases.

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Serbian Student Protests Challenge Vucic's Rule

Students in Serbia have been protesting for six months against President Aleksandar Vucic's government due to corruption concerns and the government's handling of a fatal building collapse that killed 16 people; the government accuses students of being manipulated by foreign powers and has responded...

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