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Freedom House has reported that the US freedom index has fallen to its lowest level in history, while Lithuania ranks higher.

A report indicates that the freedom index in the United States has reached its lowest level since 1972, reflecting a global trend of declining freedom.

Greece has fallen to 52nd place in the Liberal Democracy Index for 2025, losing three spots from the previous year.

A new report indicates a significant decline in the state of democracy in the United States under Donald Trump, with its ranking in the democracy index dropping substantially.

A Swedish research institute reports a significant improvement in South Korea's democracy index, raising its rank from 41st to 22nd globally.

The 2025 Corruption Perception Index from Transparency International raises alarms about persistent corruption issues in the Americas, with a regional average score of 42 out of 100.

The 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index by Transparency International highlights ongoing corruption as a major global issue, urging leaders to address challenges to governance and democracy.

France has reached a historical low in the global corruption index, raising concerns about democracy amid various high-profile scandals.

The latest corruption index reveals significant declines in the UK and US, with concerns about democratic institutions eroding due to political donations and state targeting of activists.

Thais will choose a new parliament and vote on a referendum for a new national constitution to promote democracy on Sunday.

Human Rights Watch warns that President Donald Trump has attacked significant pillars of American democracy in its annual human rights report.

Human Rights Watch has warned that President Donald Trump is turning the United States into an authoritarian state, undermining democracy and human rights from all sides.

The political discussion on HRT centered on the implications of government actions on democracy and public spaces, featuring guests from various political parties and addressing the recent achievements of Croatian handball players.

At a press conference in the Croatian Parliament, representatives from various political parties expressed their concerns about the current state of democracy in Croatia, calling it the hardest day since the war.

Members of the 'We Can!', SDP, Glas, Center, and Dalija Orešković hold a press conference at the Croatian Parliament, discussing the state of Croatian democracy and criticizing Prime Minister Plenković.

Autocratic regimes are increasingly targeting their opponents even in Germany, with security services raising alarms about threats to democracy and victims feeling abandoned.

During a parliamentary session, MP Sandra Benčić criticized Prime Minister Andrej Plenković for undermining democracy and the rule of law with his actions, suggesting they favor force over dialogue.

A New York City Council employee was arrested by federal immigration officials, leading Mayor Zohran Mamdani to condemn the action as a serious abuse of government power and a threat to democracy.

Reza Pahlavi, son of the last Iranian Shah, outlines his plan to overthrow the regime of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and establish democracy amid ongoing anti-regime protests in Iran.

Reza Pahlavi, son of the last Iranian Shah, is positioning himself as a voice for change amidst ongoing protests in Iran, raising questions about his potential to unite the opposition and play a significant role in a democratic future for the country.

The military junta in Myanmar has opened polling stations for the second phase of elections, which critics claim merely extend military rule under the guise of civilian governance.

Massive protests against the government are occurring in Tehran and other Iranian cities, driven by anger over the collapse of the national currency and spreading to over 100 cities across the country.

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier sharply criticized U.S. foreign policy under Donald Trump, warning against allowing the global order to devolve into a 'den of thieves.'

SDP leader Siniša Hajdaš Dončić criticized Prime Minister Andrej Plenković's statement about conditional appointments to the Constitutional Court as outrageous and damaging to democracy.

Slovenian President Nataša Pirc Musar has announced the parliamentary elections will be held on March 22, urging public participation while cautioning against misinformation.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that the U.S. needs to justify its actions in Venezuela following the arrest of President Nicolas Maduro, emphasizing the need for a peaceful transition to democracy.

Juan Carlos I, who ruled Spain from 1975 to 2014, is a controversial figure credited with Spain's transition to democracy despite his ascent to the throne under an authoritarian regime.

Konrad Adenauer played a pivotal role as the first Chancellor of West Germany, transforming the nation into a stable democracy and economic powerhouse after World War II.

The article discusses how the Trump administration is rapidly working to establish a compliant transitional government in Venezuela following Nicolás Maduro's dramatic arrest, focusing on administrative stability and oil infrastructure restoration instead of an immediate transition to democracy.

The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, expressed EU's support for the people of Venezuela and emphasized the need for a peaceful and democratic transition.

Myanmar is conducting its first parliamentary elections today since the military coup nearly five years ago, with the UN urging for credible voting.