COGNICURRENT

Nobel laureate Ales Bialyacki asserts that imprisoned dissidents are fighters for their beliefs rather than victims, emphasizing the strength of their resistance.

Sixty employees of the public Slovak Television and Radio (STVR) are awaiting imminent layoffs, a move that has sparked unrest among staff and prompted public support from historians and colleagues.

Iranian dissidents in Italy advocate for judicial reforms, emphasizing the need for a separation of powers to ensure fair trials and a commitment to democracy.

Gloria Estefan has reiterated her criticisms of the Cuban regime, emphasizing the importance of breaking the silence surrounding the political situation in Cuba.

Two individuals have been charged with the murder of Masood Masjoody, an Iranian activist, in Canada, raising concerns regarding the repression of dissidents abroad.

Belarusian dissident Maria Kalesnikava, recently released from prison, reports having read 700 books during her confinement.

Thomas Juneau warns that the Iranian regime could become increasingly oppressive if it survives recent geopolitical tensions.

Masih Alinejad, an Iranian American journalist, warns that Iranians fear retaliation from a 'wounded regime' and urges Trump to support Iranian dissidents in their struggle against oppression.

A court case reveals that a UK Border Force officer was allegedly involved in covert operations for the Chinese state, targeting dissidents and facilitating surveillance in the UK.

The film 'General: Vietnam in the Era of To Lam' premiered in Berlin, highlighting issues faced by Vietnamese dissidents living in Germany and discussing the risks they encounter, including potential abduction by Vietnamese authorities.

Iranian dissidents in Italy rally for intervention and express their desire for a free and democratic Iran, following military actions and organized protests.

The article discusses the recent death of Yevgeny Prigozhin, leader of the Wagner Group, in a plane crash, raising suspicions about Vladimir Putin's potential involvement amid a history of violence against dissidents.

The article details a confrontation between Cuban coast guard and a motorboat carrying men believed to be seeking to infiltrate Cuba from the U.S., resulting in a deadly shootout.

The CIA has released a Persian-language video advising Iranian dissidents on secure communication methods as anti-government protests escalate in Iran.

The article discusses the closing events of a dissenting movement against Trump in Italy, highlighting a symbolic gesture made by demonstrators.

Donald Trump claimed that his threat of military action led Iran to abandon plans to hang dissidents during protests earlier this year.

The article explores how Russia manipulates Interpol's Red Notice system to pursue Ukrainians and suppress dissent through international law enforcement channels.

The article reflects on the life and funeral of Russian poet Anna Akhmatova, emphasizing the state's mistreatment of her legacy despite her significant literary contributions.

Italian police confirm stolen data from Digos agents may be linked to Chinese intelligence aiming to track dissidents in Italy.

The family of Russian politician Alexei Navalny marks the second anniversary of his death, with his mother calling for justice after new information about the poison used against him emerges.

A close collaborator of Alexei Navalny, who remains in Russia, discusses the threats faced by dissidents in the country and the implications of Navalny's removal from the political arena.

The article discusses the experiences of dissident Heiki Ahonen and his wife Rita, who transitioned from Soviet Estonia to Sweden in 1988, drawing parallels to present-day choices and cultural shifts.

The US State Department has acquired nearly 7,000 Starlink terminals to assist Iranian dissidents in bypassing internet restrictions during ongoing protests.

Venezuelan lawmakers have deferred a crucial vote on an amnesty bill intended to safeguard political dissidents amidst significant public protests in Caracas.

The article recounts the life of Juris Ziemelis, a Latvian dissident who faced imprisonment and deportation due to his resistance against Soviet rule.

Alvise Pérez's party, Se Acabó la Fiesta, includes former Vox dissidents as candidates in the upcoming Castilla y León elections.

A Hong Kong court has convicted Kwok Yin-sang, the father of pro-democracy activist Anna Kwok, under the national security law for attempting to access funds belonging to his daughter, raising concerns about the targeting of family members of dissidents.

Senator Aida Quilcué has been kidnapped by dissidents of the ex-FARC in Colombia's Cauca department amidst a surge in political violence during the electoral period.

The article discusses the ongoing psychological impact on activists who have faced persecution for opposing authoritarian regimes in their home countries.

The article critiques the ease with which political disagreements in Croatia are branded as fascism by leftist politicians.

The British government has approved China's plan to construct a massive embassy in London, which many Chinese dissidents in the UK view as a potential hub for espionage.

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

The article discusses how Mallorca, often seen as a picturesque paradise, became a trap for German dissidents fleeing the Nazis, shedding light on the darker chapters of the island's history.

The article discusses how Iranian dissidents demonstrate that courage is stronger than the regime's terror, following the suspicious death of human rights lawyer Khosrow Alikordi, which spurred protests during a mourning ceremony.

British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah has arrived in London following the lifting of a travel ban by the Egyptian government, which had previously kept him imprisoned for nearly a decade.