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.
Time is running for Cuba - what will the fierce Castros do?
U.S. President Donald Trump demands the resignation of Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel, increasing pressure on the isolated communist regime.
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.
WSJ on Cuba: The regime is on the brink of collapse - But a wrong move by Trump could save it
The Wall Street Journal warns that Cuba is approaching a critical turning point, with increased social pressure and signs of regime weakening, while asserting that U.S. policy may play a pivotal role in the future.
‘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 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.
Trump wants to take Cuba: understand American pressure, blackouts, and signs that the regime may yield
Donald Trump has expressed a desire to take Cuba, highlighting escalating U.S. pressure on the communist island facing an energy crisis.
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.
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.
Trump: I think something will happen with Cuba quite quickly
Donald Trump believes an agreement with Cuba could be reached rapidly, as the U.S. increases pressure on the island's communist regime.
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.
The Notebook of a Bookworm / The Previous Regime Wanted to Pollute the Village, but the People of Brekov Resisted
The article discusses the resilience of Brekov residents against ecological threats posed by a landfill proposed by the communist regime in the 1980s.
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.
Blind Spots of Slovak Society
The article critiques Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's misleading narratives about the 1989 fall of communism, emphasizing the role of the communist secret police in maintaining the regime.
Boiler room and then away from the republic. A prosecutor is taking a secret police officer to court for persecuting a printer from Plzeň
A Czech prosecutor is prosecuting a former StB officer for persecuting a Plzeň printer during the communist regime.
You have read the most about Tomašević's asset card, associations, and communist revolutionaries
The article discusses the most-read stories from the past week concerning Tomašević's asset declaration, budget funding for associations in Zagreb, and the gathering of communist revolutionaries aiming to establish a totalitarian regime.
Time of Executions and Long-Term Imprisonments / 75 Years After the Harshest Persecutions of the Communist Regime in Slovakia
The article reflects on the brutal persecutions carried out by the Communist regime in Slovakia during the early 1950s, marking the 75th anniversary of these events.
This day in history. Khrushchev's report on Stalin irreversibly changes the Soviet regime
The article discusses the pivotal moment during the 20th Congress of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union in 1956 when Nikita Khrushchev denounced Stalin's regime, marking a significant shift in Soviet policy and society.
Grandma had her happiest days in fascist Italy. What could she have been thinking?
The article reflects on Albania's tumultuous history, particularly during the fascist influence of Mussolini and the communist regime of Enver Hoxha.
Singer Jim Čert has died, after years he apologized for informing the StB for payment
Jim Čert, a singer and informant for the StB, has passed away and later apologized for his actions.
A Strong Demand from Tynkkynen Involved in the Eye-Rolling Scandal for Europe to Take a Tough Stance Against China
Finnish MEP Sebastian Tynkkynen demands Europe to decrease trade with China, citing concerns over dependency on the communist regime and referring to scandals involving Chinese retailers.
Fist, Hand Extended, and Scout's Salute. Political Prisoners Will Have a Memorial in Jáchymov Made from Their Handprints
Political prisoners in Slovakia will be commemorated with a memorial of handprints in Jáchymov, highlighting their stories and sacrifices during the communist regime.
Under Maximum Pressure from the United States, the Cuban Regime is Resorting to Extreme Measures to Resist
Cuba's government has implemented emergency measures to sustain its communist system amidst a severe crisis, exacerbated by U.S. sanctions.
Marco Rubio urges Cuba to open its economy so that Trump can ease pressure: 'Regime has not been willing'
Marco Rubio stated that Cuba's communist regime must grant its people political and economic freedom for the U.S. to alleviate pressure causing recent blackouts on the island.
The Explosion that Shook the Empire. Khrushchev's Secret Speech in 1956 Launched the Thaw and Then Drowned it in Blood
The article discusses the significance of Nikita Khrushchev's secret speech in 1956, which marked the beginning of a thaw in the Soviet Union, revealing the detrimental effects of Stalin's regime on communist ideals.
Trump administration pressed to close Cuba embargo loophole with oil set to run out within days
Three U.S. Congress members are urging the Trump administration to tighten the embargo on Cuba, warning that the Communist regime in Havana could run out of oil in the next 15 days.
Reporting on fellow citizens in Russia has reached the level of the communist regime
The Federal Security Service of Russia (FSB) reported receiving nearly 150,000 calls last year complaining about fellow citizens, a level of reporting not seen since the communist regime era.
Reporting in Russia About Fellow Citizens Reaches Communist Regime Levels – 150 Thousand Calls Received Last Year
Reports indicate a surge in citizen denunciations in Russia, reaching levels reminiscent of the communist regime, with the FSB receiving over 150,000 calls last year.
Croats and Australians prayed the rosary in Melbourne in honor of the murdered friars from Široki Brijeg
Croatian and Australian Catholics gathered in Melbourne to pray the rosary in memory of the Herzegovinian friars murdered 81 years ago during the communist regime.
Political Forum / Christian, Entrepreneur and Activist Jimmy Lai Resisted Totalitarianism. Today He Was Harshly Punished by the Communist Regime
Jimmy Lai, a prominent activist and entrepreneur who fled communist China to Hong Kong as a child, faces harsh imprisonment under the Chinese regime for his commitment to freedom and faith.
Trump pushes Cuba into a corner: isolated island without oil struggles for survival
Cuba is facing its deepest oil crisis in decades, with President Donald Trump considering a blockade that could destabilize both the communist regime and the Caribbean, amid widespread power outages and rising food prices.
Will Mexico, under pressure from Donald Trump, contribute to the fall of communism in Cuba?
The article discusses the recent halt in oil supplies from Mexico to Cuba and examines the collaboration between Mexico and the USA in combating drug cartels, alongside the economic and political challenges facing Cuba's communist regime.
The Celebration at the Exhibition Grounds Concludes the Beatification of Two Czechs Executed by the Communists
A celebration concluding the beatification of priests Jan Bula and Václav Drbola, executed under the communist regime, will take place on June 6 at the Brno exhibition grounds, expecting thousands of attendees.
Trump wants to overthrow another regime. According to him, it gives space to Russian spies
U.S. President Donald Trump aims to put pressure on the communist regime in Cuba and is attempting to cut off its oil supplies amid claims that the regime may collapse soon due to a lack of resources.
We Have a Lot to Learn From China, MPs Defend Trip Funded by Communist Regime (+video)
A group of Slovak MPs, including former prime minister advisor Eduard Chmelár, defended a trip to China funded by the Chinese government, highlighting the positive experiences from their interactions with local people despite accusations of propaganda.
The Communists Poisoned Her, Took the Money from the Sponsor. The Story of a Czech Woman Who Wanted to Conquer the World
The article recounts the experiences of Czech skier Olga Charvátová-Křížová, who won a bronze medal at the 1984 Sarajevo Olympics despite facing severe challenges from the communist regime, including losing promised sponsorship money.
Hašek and Fučík mocked her, communists rejected her... The first Czech professional journalist fought for emancipation and against 'plebeianism'
Olga Fastrová, the first professional female journalist in the Czech Republic, is revisited as a significant figure who fought for women's emancipation and faced ridicule and rejection from both her peers and the communist regime.
Lawmaker who fled communism drafts special resolution honoring Trump after Maduro ouster
Rep. Carlos Giménez, who escaped Cuba's communist regime, is drafting a resolution to commend President Trump for ousting Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro, now imprisoned in New York.
He was the greatest entertainer of his time, revealed many of our stars, and the new regime imprisoned him and wanted to silence him
The article commemorates Viki Glovacki, a prominent Croatian entertainer whose legacy as a comedian and singer was marked by both his impactful contributions to culture and the suppression he faced under a communist regime.
"Everyone Goes Mad in Their Own Way," says Albanian author Stefan Çapaliku in his new book about growing up under a communist regime
Stefan Çapaliku's novel "Everyone Goes Mad in Their Own Way" illustrates his childhood experiences and the traumatic impact of communist rule in Albania, blending humor and nostalgia.
He was a pilot in the NDH, then received all privileges in Yugoslavia, and shocked Tito and the communists with his escape
The article discusses Zvonimir Monsider, a legendary goalkeeper for Dinamo, highlighting his impressive career and the surprising escape that shocked Tito and the communist regime.
Cuba's Opposition Prepares for Regime Change - and Counts on Marco Rubio
Cuba's opposition is gearing up for a regime change amidst worsening political and economic conditions, focusing their hopes on U.S. Senator Marco Rubio for support against the Communist regime.
The communist regime that (copying the Chinese model) is on its way to becoming a capitalist power
Vietnam is rapidly transforming as its citizens navigate through a bustling Hanoi, reflecting the country's dynamic shift towards capitalism while adopting elements of the Chinese model.
In Cambodia, classical Khmer dance is once again threatened
Defenders of the Royal Ballet of Cambodia, a UNESCO intangible cultural heritage since 2003, express concerns over the lack of resources allocated to this ancient art form, which had previously been severely weakened by Pol Pot's communist regime.
The communists' relationship with Seifert has always been precarious.
The article discusses the complicated and often adversarial relationship between Czechoslovakia's communist regime and Nobel Prize-winning poet Jaroslav Seifert, highlighting attempts to silence him 75 years ago.
About the fact that Seifert received the Nobel Prize, Czech newspapers were almost silent in 1984. Why?
The article discusses the lack of coverage by Czech newspapers regarding Jaroslav Seifert's Nobel Prize in 1984 due to the political climate and his unpopularity with the communist regime at the time.
Transnational Repressions - An Invisible Problem. How Europe Hand Over Oppositionists to Authoritarian Regimes
The article discusses a recent incident where security forces attacked an opposition figure peacefully protesting against the communist regime at the University of Warsaw, reflecting a broader issue of transnational repression highlighted by a European Parliament resolution in November 2025.
China Amadoue Trump to Better Isolate Taiwan
Xi Jinping is leveraging President Trump's transactional nature to gain concessions on a critical issue for the communist regime regarding Taiwan.