Tag #Political Repression

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Belarus After 2020: Petz's Book Chronicles a Nation's Transformation

Ingo Petz's new book, "Rasender Stillstand," analyzes Belarus's political evolution since the 2020 protests, highlighting the challenges of reporting on the increasingly isolated nation and the importance of understanding its regional context in relation to the war in Ukraine. The book is published ...

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Mass Protests Erupt in Turkey Following Arrest of Opposition Leader

Hundreds of thousands protested in Istanbul against the arrest of main opposition leader Ekrem Imamoglu on contested charges of corruption and terrorism, sparking one of the largest demonstrations against President Erdogan; the CHP party claims 2.2 million participated, though this is unconfirmed; t...

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Yale Professors Leave for Canada Amidst Trump Administration's Higher Education Crackdown

Three Yale professors—Jason Stanley, Marci Shore, and Timothy Snyder—are leaving for the University of Toronto, citing the Trump administration's attacks on higher education, including funding cuts to universities perceived as insufficiently combating antisemitism and restrictions on transgender wom...

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Earthquake in Myanmar Kills at Least 28, Triggers Aid Request

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, causing building collapses in Myanmar and neighboring Thailand, resulting in at least 28 confirmed deaths and dozens missing, prompting Myanmar's junta to request international aid.

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US Senator Rubio Expresses Concern Over Turkey Protests, Tensions Rise

US Senator Marco Rubio voiced concern over protests in Turkey following the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, reporting he discussed these concerns with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan despite Turkish denials; Rubio also defended the detention of a Turkish student in the US accused of va...

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Turkey's Crackdown on Dissent: İmamoğlu's Arrest and the Muted International Response

Former Istanbul mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, arrested in Turkey on March 19th for alleged corruption and links to outlawed groups, denounces the charges as politically motivated, sparking protests and raising concerns over press freedom as several journalists covering the protests were also arrested.

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Moldova Sentences Opposition Lawmaker, Russia Denies Interference

Moldova sentenced opposition lawmaker Alexandru Nesterovski to 12 years in prison for allegedly receiving illegal funds; Russia denies involvement and urges pragmatic relations, while Moldova cracks down on opposition figures tied to Russia ahead of elections.

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Turkey Crackdown: Arrests and Restrictions on Speech Spark Concerns

In Turkey, widespread protests resulted in numerous arrests, including journalists and political figures, on charges ranging from terrorism to speaking on unknown topics, sparking concerns about free speech and assembly.

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Arrest of Turkish Opposition Leader Sparks Mass Protests

The arrest of Ekrem Imamoglu, Turkey's main opposition presidential candidate, on corruption and terrorism charges sparked massive protests, raising concerns about the fairness of the Turkish judicial system and the upcoming elections. This follows similar cases targeting other prominent opposition ...

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Major Earthquake Hits Southeast Asia, Global News Roundup

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Thailand and Myanmar, causing panic and evacuations in Bangkok and damage in Ruili, China; simultaneously, Putin announced more troops for the Arctic, Vance visited Greenland amid territorial disputes, Trump wants to limit Washington's self-governance, and Turkey ba...

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Turkey Protests: Over 1800 Arrested After Imamoglu's Detention

Following the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu on March 19th, widespread protests have erupted across Turkey, resulting in over 1879 arrests and a government crackdown on media; US Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed concern over the instability.

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Government Crackdown Suppresses Opposition in [Country Name]

In response to opposition protests and boycotts, the government launched a crackdown, arresting journalists, students, and politicians; this action suppresses dissent and reinforces existing power structures.

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