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Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is contemplating significant changes to electoral laws, which may threaten the democratic structure of Slovakia.

The article discusses the growing cooperation among autocratic leaders, with particular emphasis on Hungary's recent election and Russia's involvement.

A study by the V-Dem Institute indicates that the United States is rapidly deteriorating into autocracy, losing its status as a liberal democracy for the first time in over fifty years.

Many Iranians fear that after the war, their country will be devastated and the same autocratic leaders will remain in power.

The article discusses how the erosion of women's rights and the tolerance of machismo violence undermine democratic principles, highlighting that 42% of humanity currently lives under autocracies that threaten gender equality.

Walter Veltroni warns that the conflicts instigated by the US and Israel in Iran threaten to destabilize the Middle East and challenge the existing international order.

Following the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, Gulf governments have remained publicly silent, reflecting a lack of political freedom in the region.

Vladimir Putin has ordered the conscription of 300,000 Russians into the army to counter Western forces, expressing a narrative of victimhood in the face of Ukraine's resistance.

The article discusses the historical context of autocratic regimes in Latin America, particularly in relation to Cuba's current political situation and its implications for democracy.

The article discusses the complexities of American political history, particularly during the Trump administration, highlighting concerns over corruption, the treatment of immigrants, and the potential long-term impacts on democracy.

Lennart Käämer discusses India's pivotal role in determining the balance between authoritarianism and democracy in the 21st century.

A historian warns that recent data shows a shifting trend towards autocracy in Slovakia, fueled by political statements and protests against government policies regarding the EU and NATO.

An editorial discusses the increasing repression of dissent and free speech in the United States, particularly under Trump's administration, drawing parallels with countries transitioning from democracy to autocracy.

A former federal prosecutor argues that the US Department of Justice is undermining democracy by collapsing from within, particularly following the fallout from the Epstein case.

A Human Rights Watch report highlights a global 'democratic recession' where nearly 75% of the population lives under autocratic rule, threatening the foundation of human rights.

The article explores the gradual decline of democracy towards autocratism in the USA, questioning the critical points at which democracy may end and autocracy begin.

Yoweri Museveni, having ruled for decades, is running for re-election for the seventh time while imposing internet shutdowns in Uganda.

The article examines the implications of Nicolás Maduro's removal and its context within U.S. foreign policy, indicating that few will mourn the fall of the autocrat.

Myanmar's military regime is attempting to gain legitimacy through a controlled election, which the world should not recognize as legitimate.

Nicolás Maduro is reportedly unwilling to negotiate with the United States, feeling increasingly threatened as he faces potential consequences for his leadership now perceived as vulnerable.

The article discusses the looming threat of Russia targeting the EU, framing the current geopolitical climate as a struggle between democracy and autocracy reminiscent of the 1930s.

The article discusses how Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has transformed Turkey into an autocracy through a corrupted judiciary and foreign policies that exploit crises, raising questions about the country's future by 2026.

The article discusses the alarming rise of autocratic governance and its impact on democracy, as observed by civic activists from El Salvador, Hungary, and Turkey.

The article discusses the increasing dissatisfaction with democratic systems globally and the need for a renewed commitment to democracy and the rule of law by 2026.

The article discusses the alarming resurgence of autocracies in the modern era, contrasting contemporary dictators with their predecessors by highlighting their more polished appearances and presence at global elite meetings.