Cuba and the End of Utopia
Cuba faces unprecedented pressure as its communist regime struggles under economic and political crisis, sparking significant protests from a discontent populace.
The Communist Island in Total Darkness - Has Trump Defeated Cuba?
Cuba is experiencing severe blackouts and food shortages due to Trump's renewed fuel blockade, raising questions about the future of the communist regime on the island.
Orbán compares "confrontation with Ukraine and Brussels" to fall of communism – video
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has claimed that his resistance to pressures from Ukraine and Brussels is reminiscent of Hungary's historical fight against communism.
Is Communism Approaching its End in Cuba?
The article discusses the potential decline of communism in Cuba amidst renewed pressure from the US under President Donald Trump, which could exacerbate the country's crisis and lead to increased migration.
Fascist the Opponent, the Story of a Rhetorical Weapon Invented by the Communist Party of the Stalin Era
The article explores how the French Communist Party historically labeled opponents as fascists as a rhetorical strategy, a practice with roots in the Stalinist era.
The Book about the Bendas is a Chronicle of Dissent, Imprisonment, and Persecution, but Also of Faith and Hope
A new book explores the significant life of Václav Benda and his family's story of resistance during and after the communist regime in Czechoslovakia.
"To bring the town out of the sleep it has entered": Vierzon, a communist stronghold since 1945, is tempted by a rightward shift
Vierzon, traditionally a communist stronghold, is facing the possibility of electing a right-wing coalition amid economic struggles and employment issues in the upcoming municipal elections.
Cuban exiles in Miami say 'this is the end' for communism as island teeters on collapse
Cuban exiles in Miami express hope for the end of communism as unrest grows in Cuba amid economic collapse.
Costa Rica expels Cuban diplomats and says it is necessary to 'clean the hemisphere of communists'
Costa Rica closed its embassy in Havana and expelled Cuban diplomats, asserting the need to rid the hemisphere of communist influences.
‘Bye bye’, (street) Lenin: Germany debates the removal of remnants of the communist street names
Germany is currently discussing the removal of the last remaining streets named after figures from the former East German communist regime, with efforts led by the Commissioner for Victims of the GDR.
The leader of Costa Rica calls for the region to be freed from communists after the split from Cuba
Costa Rica's President Rodrigo Chaves has called for the region to rid itself of communism following the closing of his country's embassy in Havana and demanding Cuban diplomats to leave.
Lenin also spoke vulgarities, the Plastics defended themselves before a communist court
The Plastics faced a communist court, claiming that even Lenin used vulgar language.
The sound of freedom: Cuba’s regime is running out of time — now the US must act
The article argues that Cuba's communist regime is collapsing under its economic failures and calls for a firm response from the United States to support freedom in Cuba.
Municipal Elections 2026: Last Communist Stronghold of the Lyon Suburbs, Vénissieux in the Sights of LFI
Vénissieux, a long-standing communist stronghold in the Lyon suburbs, faces a competitive municipal election with the incumbent mayor narrowly leading her insubordinate rival.
Increasing Pressure from the US, Cuba Promises 'Unbreakable Resistance'
Cuba's government, facing intensified pressure from the US, has pledged to provide unyielding resistance amidst ongoing economic challenges exacerbated by a US oil blockade.
Smrkovský speaks, rooms burst at the seams... How people wanted to question the communists and how they soon became frightened
The article discusses the public discourse in Czechoslovakia leading up to the 1968 occupation, highlighting how the Communist Party had to respond to the rising interest from the public in political discussions.
Marco Rubio identifies what Cuba is doing wrong
Marco Rubio criticized the Cuban government's recent actions as insufficient to address ongoing issues on the island.
Sources: Trump Administration Works to Oust Cuba's President Without Overthrowing the Communist Regime
The Trump administration is reportedly seeking the ousting of Cuba's President Miguel Díaz-Canel amid U.S. negotiations with Cuban officials regarding the future of the beleaguered communist state.
Uncomfortable discourses, difficult questions. Wajda against political reality
The article reflects on the legacy of Polish filmmaker Andrzej Wajda, highlighting his contributions to cinema and the cultural landscape during challenging political times.
Donald Trump promises to take over Cuba
Donald Trump pledges to exert immense pressure on Cuba's communist leadership, which has defied U.S. influence for nearly seven decades.
Part of the apple trees in the Maarjamäe memorial site in Tallinn has been destroyed
A portion of the apple trees at the Maarjamäe memorial site in Tallinn has been ruined due to excessively wet soil, prompting a tender for new tree plantings.
Donald Trump believes he will have the "honor of taking" Cuba "in one way or another"
Donald Trump suggested in a press briefing that he envisions the possibility of taking control of Cuba and aims to "liberate" the country.
Sture Fjäder criticized the Left Alliance's politics as communist madness – Minja Koskela responded with a smile
Minja Koskela, chair of the Left Alliance, defended her party against Sture Fjäder's accusations of communism in a social media video.
The communist regime allows foreign Cubans to make investments in the island nation
Cuba's government has announced that foreign nationals of Cuban descent can now invest and establish businesses on the island as part of efforts to revitalize its economy.
Cuba and the end of the 20th century
The article discusses the historical significance of Cuba's communist regime and its implications as it faces an uncertain future.
Cubans take to the streets and attack Communist Party office in rare riot over blackouts
Cubans staged a rare protest against prolonged power outages, resulting in vandalism of a Communist Party office.
The magician definitely won't come, we have to deal with the funny uncles ourselves
The article discusses the introduction of martial law in Poland in the early 1980s and its implications for civil rights and freedoms.
The Night Cubans Set Communism on Fire
Cubans in Morón protested against the Communist Party by burning its headquarters, which the government has labeled vandalism.
Demonstrators Attack Communist Office in Cuba
Demonstrators in Moron, Cuba, attacked a communist party headquarters amid rising dissatisfaction due to economic crises and fuel shortages.
Protesters Attack Cuba's Communist Party Office in Rare Revolt Against Power Outages
Anti-government protesters attacked an office of the Communist Party in Cuba, triggered by severe power outages compounded by a US oil blockade.
Cuban State Media: Protesters Ransack Communist Party Office
A rare outbreak of protests in the eastern Cuban city of Morón has escalated into vandalism against the Communist Party office amid mounting dissatisfaction with the government.
Dujmović: Croatia is still in the clutches of the children of communism
Tihomir Dujmović's book "Croatia in the Clutches of the Children of Communism - Part 2" was presented in Sisak, highlighting the political and ideological state of Croatia since 2013.
South Korea: The forgotten Jeju uprising and massacre
The article discusses the Jeju uprising and massacre in South Korea, which took place nearly 80 years ago and resulted in tens of thousands of deaths from government crackdowns against perceived communism.
50 Years of Prohibition: Ramadan Tables in Albania Expose the Communist State's Secret
The article discusses how Ramadan meals in Albania, which were banned for 50 years under communist rule, now reflect the country's rich cultural heritage and hospitality.
Dispute Over Válková's Collaboration with Communist Prosecutor. Rajchl Involved
The article discusses a controversy regarding Válková's previous collaboration with a communist-era prosecutor, highlighting Rajchl's involvement in the debate.
The removed statue of Marshal Konev will be displayed at the Museum of the Memory of the 20th Century
The statue of Soviet Marshal Konev, removed from the Interbrigády square in Prague, will be exhibited at the Museum of the Memory of the 20th Century starting next year.
Writer Milan Kundera was a year ahead of the Prague Spring of 1968 and angered the Stalinists
Milan Kundera and other prominent Czech writers at the 1967 Czechoslovak Writers' Congress expressed early calls for freedom, setting the stage for the Prague Spring of 1968 and challenging the Communist regime.
From class struggle to the ayatollahs, the drift of the Communist Party: “Long live Stalin”
The Communist Party in Cesena, Italy, has seen a resurgence, showcasing troubling ideological alliances and a shift towards radical ideologies.
One loved Stalin, the other was in love with Hitler. This is how sisters can be so different
The article explores how two sisters in England during the 1930s had contrasting political affiliations, with one supporting Stalin's communism and the other drawn to Hitler's fascism.
Koutsoumbas to the Minister of Culture: Digital copies of the photographs of the execution of the 200 of Kaisariani should be granted
Dimitris Koutsoumbas, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the KKE, is requesting the Minister of Culture to provide digital copies of photographs depicting the execution of 200 communists in Kaisariani during WWII.
On the Death of Joe McDonald: "Next Stop Vietnam"
Musician Joe McDonald, known for his outspoken patriotism, communist views, and advocacy for free speech, has passed away.
"We Regret It." The Government Cuts Funding for the Memorialization of Communist and Nazi Crimes
The Czech government has abolished the advisory council for memorialization and halted a financial program aimed at supporting organizations that address the crimes of communism and nazism.
Donald Trump warned that Cuba "is living its last moments"
During the "Shield of the Americas" summit, Donald Trump stated that Cuba is nearing its end due to economic struggles and a flawed regime.
Cuba 'is living its last moments,' claims American President Donald Trump
Donald Trump stated that Cuba is on the brink of significant change, asserting that the island is living its last moments during a summit in Florida.
The new fascio-communism of the illiberal left
The article critiques the shift in political roles in Italy, emphasizing a right that increasingly supports civil liberties while the left aligns with illiberal values influenced by radical Islamism, particularly in responses to the war in Iran.
Review: Sex with Gottwald, cockroach broth. Inmate Milena Jesenská buried under an avalanche of facts and sensations
The article reviews Ana Komárková's work that intertwines historical facts with sensational elements about Milena Jesenská and her experiences related to Klement Gottwald.
Kaisariani: Historical photos of the execution of 200 revealed to the public
The Greek Ministry of Culture has publicly displayed historical photographs documenting the execution of 200 communists in Kaisariani on May 1, 1944, shortly after the state acquired this significant historical material.
Documenta and the Workers' Front want to rename the street of Josip Astaloš: Locals launched a petition
A petition has been launched by veterans in Erdut opposing the renaming of a street dedicated to Josip Astaloš, who was unjustly executed by communist authorities.
Krystyna Janda is the recipient of the Eagle Award
Renowned Polish actress Krystyna Janda has been awarded the prestigious Eagle Award, further cementing her legacy as a significant figure in Polish cinema.
After being released from prison, Husák launched an attack. But he spoke more boldly than the regime could bear at the time
The article discusses Gustáv Husák's career before his rise to power, emphasizing his early speeches and the boldness he exhibited post-incarceration.