South Korea: No, democracies do not have to be defenseless
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has been sentenced to life imprisonment for attempting a coup, which serves as a warning to autocrats worldwide.
Is Europe in Decline? Sheer Propaganda of Autocrats, Says Berlin Analyst
A Berlin analyst argues that claims of Europe's decline are merely propaganda used by autocratic leaders.
"Autocrats Simply Have No Sense of Humor" – Pastewka Warns of Censorship
Comedian Bastian Pastewka expresses concern over the fragility of democracy and freedom of speech in Germany, warning it is threatened by autocrats and fascist-like systems, yet he remains hopeful.
The Network of 1000 Shadow Tankers – How Valuable They Are for the Autocrats of This World
The article discusses how US President Donald Trump repeatedly seizes tankers transporting oil from Venezuela, revealing an invisible maritime network used by autocrats to export their countries' resources despite bans.
Column: Washington, D.C.: A Big Year for the Autocrats Show
The article reflects on a charming bookstore in Georgetown run by two elderly ladies, set against the backdrop of significant political developments in Washington, D.C.