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National & Local

VIDEO: 'Everyone is afraid': Only a handful of people dared to come to Nemtsov's memorial this year

On the eleventh anniversary of opposition politician Boris Nemtsov's assassination, only a few brave individuals attended his memorial in Moscow amid fear of reprisals.

Feb 27 โ€ข 15:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

What is this! Congress MLA stands on his head in MP Assembly

Babulal Jandel, a Congress MLA from Shyopur, protested in the Madhya Pradesh Assembly by performing a headstand to voice his dissent against police actions he claims are politically motivated.

Feb 27 โ€ข 07:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Family member of American killed by Cuban forces in boat shootout says he was on 'diabolical' mission

The brother of an American killed by Cuban forces in a boat clash characterized his brother's mission to free Cuba as obsessive and diabolical, revealing the family's shock at his secretive plans.

Feb 26 โ€ข 21:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A crew member of the boat who died in Cuba wanted to ignite "the spark" of an uprising on the island, said a political ally.

Michel Ortega Casanova, killed during a confrontation with Cuban coast guards, aimed to incite an uprising against the Cuban government, according to a political ally.

Feb 26 โ€ข 19:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Asking questions to the PM can land you in jail,' says Pawan Khera

Pawan Khera highlighted that asking questions to the current Prime Minister of India can lead to imprisonment, contrasting this with the past when questioning leaders was more accepted.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Hong Kong Court Overturns Nearly Six-Year Sentence for Jimmy Lai, but He Remains in Prison

A Hong Kong court has overturned a nearly six-year prison sentence for pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai while he remains incarcerated on other charges.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Hong Kong Court Cancelled One of the Sentences of Media Magnate Lai

A Hong Kong court has annulled one of the sentences against media tycoon Jimmy Lai, amid ongoing legal challenges against him.

Feb 26 โ€ข 04:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Vente Venezuela denounces confiscation of the home of Maria Corina Machado's assistant in Caracas

The opposition organization Vente Venezuela reported the confiscation of Laura Acosta's home in Caracas, an act deemed political retaliation against her and the regime's repression of dissent.

Feb 25 โ€ข 21:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Announced snap parliamentary elections

The Faroe Islands will hold snap parliamentary elections on March 26, following the approval of a controversial road project that has created significant political tension.

Feb 25 โ€ข 16:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

In Germany, a retiree targeted by an investigation after comparing Merz to 'Pinocchio'

A German retiree will not face legal consequences after comparing Chancellor Friedrich Merz to 'Pinocchio' during a Facebook critique, which was deemed a legitimate expression of dissent by local prosecutors.

Feb 25 โ€ข 13:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Venezuela: 179 prisoners released under amnesty law

A total of 179 prisoners in Venezuelan prisons have been released under a new law providing amnesty for various crimes historically used to imprison dissenters.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Iranian court issues first death sentence for anti-regime protests

An Iranian court has sentenced an individual to death following protests against the regime, marking a significant escalation in state responses to dissent.

Feb 24 โ€ข 17:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Iranian students have the "right" to protest but must not cross "red lines," warns the government

Iranian students are warned by the government that while they have the right to protest, they must not cross certain 'red lines' such as desecrating sacred places or the national flag.

Feb 24 โ€ข 08:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

From the Venezuelan amnesty law, 2200 people have already benefited

The Venezuelan amnesty law has already benefited 2200 individuals.

Feb 24 โ€ข 05:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Protests continue for the third consecutive day in Iranian universities

Demonstrations against the political leadership are ongoing at Iranian universities, with students chanting slogans and expressing dissatisfaction with the regime's support for radical groups.

Feb 23 โ€ข 11:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Leif GW Persson supports activist charged with threatening ministers: 'Freedom of expression'

Prominent Swedish criminologist Leif GW Persson has publicly backed an activist facing charges of unlawful threats, emphasizing the importance of freedom of expression in the context of political dissent.

Feb 22 โ€ข 11:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

GW on the Minister's Indictment: Supports the Perpetrator

Criminologist Leif GW Persson expresses support for the individual indicted for placing apples painted with Hitler's face outside the home of Migration Minister Johan Forssell.

Feb 22 โ€ข 11:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Democracy: 'Dong-hyuk Jang's refusal to sever ties with Yoon is a shocking matter; it's clear that the party is subject to dissolution'

The Democratic Party criticized Dong-hyuk Jang's refusal to break ties with former President Yoon Seok-yeol, suggesting it indicates the party's eligibility for constitutional dissolution due to undermining democracy.

Feb 20 โ€ข 02:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Yes to Amnesty Law in Venezuela

The Venezuelan parliament has enacted a historic amnesty law aimed at preventing the use of courts to suppress dissent.

Feb 20 โ€ข 00:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Georgia plans to introduce criminal liability for calls to disobey the government

Georgia is proposing amendments to its criminal code to penalize citizens for public calls to disobey the government and breach the law.

Feb 18 โ€ข 03:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
World

His film is so blatantly critical of the system that he is thrown into prison for it. Still, he continues.

The article discusses the oppressive climate in Iran, where dissent is met with severe repercussions, highlighting the challenges faced by filmmakers and citizens alike.

Feb 17 โ€ข 20:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Anniversary of the Murder: Navalny's Radiance is Stronger than Poison

On the anniversary of Alexei Navalny's murder, his grave has become a site of pilgrimage for dissatisfied Russians, although his supporters continue to face harsh prison sentences.

Feb 16 โ€ข 19:59 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Russia marks Navalny grave anniversary amid poison test fallout

The anniversary of Alexei Navalny's death is marked by mourners and foreign diplomats, amid ongoing controversies regarding the circumstances of his poisoning.

Feb 16 โ€ข 15:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
World

Kremlin critic: Russia rejects allegations regarding Navalny's death

The Kremlin has decisively rejected allegations of poisoning Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, particularly those from German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, branding them as biased and groundless.

Feb 16 โ€ข 11:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Two years ago, according to Europe, the poisoned mother of Alexei Navalny demands justice

The mother of Alexei Navalny insists on justice for her son's death in prison, claiming he was murdered, as she marked the second anniversary of his passing in Moscow.

Feb 16 โ€ข 09:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

Russia against the West: "On Navalny, itโ€™s necropropaganda"

Russia denies allegations of Alexei Navalny's assassination, claiming it's a case of Western 'necropropaganda' aimed at manipulating public sentiment.

Feb 15 โ€ข 13:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Iran's Future Shaped by Fake Accounts

A coordinated social media influence campaign is using fake accounts to create a narrative of support for Reza Pahlavi, overshadowing genuine Iranian dissent against the regime.

Feb 15 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
World

Russia murdered Alexei Navalny with deadly frog poison, European countries conclude

European governments have concluded that Alexei Navalny was murdered by Russia using a toxin found in poison dart frogs.

Feb 14 โ€ข 21:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
World

Five countries accuse Russia of poisoning Navalny

Five countries have accused Russia of being responsible for the poisoning of Alexei Navalny.

Feb 14 โ€ข 17:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Oko.press
World

British Foreign Office Confirms Cause of Death of Alexei Navalny

The British Foreign Office confirmed that Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was poisoned in prison, where he died in February 2024.

Feb 14 โ€ข 14:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ The Moscow Times
World

Russia Poisoned Putin Critic Navalny in Prison With Rare Toxin โ€“ European States

Five European countries have accused Russia of using a rare toxin to poison opposition leader Alexei Navalny, who died in prison while serving a lengthy sentence.

Feb 14 โ€ข 14:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
World

New Analyses: Kremlin Critic Navalny Was Apparently Killed with Arrow Poison

New analyses suggest that Alexei Navalny, a Kremlin critic who died in a Russian penal colony, was killed using a potent nerve agent, prompting international condemnation of the Russian government.

Feb 14 โ€ข 13:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ The Moscow Times
National & Local

Prosecutorโ€™s Office Asks Russian Supreme Court to Designate Anti-War Committee as Terrorist Organization

The Russian Prosecutorโ€™s Office has requested the Supreme Court to label the Anti-War Committee, an organization opposing the war in Ukraine, as a terrorist group.

Feb 13 โ€ข 15:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

Venezuela postpones vote on amnesty bill to protect political dissidents

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

Feb 13 โ€ข 03:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The Cuban regime forces provisional prison for 'El4tico'

Cuban influencers Kamil Zayas and Ernesto Ricardo Medina will remain in provisional custody after facing charges of propaganda against the constitutional order and incitement to commit crimes.

Feb 13 โ€ข 01:05 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Tunisian court rejects provisional release of opposition figure on health grounds

A Tunisian court has denied a request for the provisional release of jailed lawyer and opposition figure Ahmed Souab, citing health concerns amidst a political crackdown.

Feb 12 โ€ข 15:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jeon Han-gil, the First Appearance at the Police... "Suppression of Press Freedom"

South Korean YouTuber Jeon Han-gil, who has supported military intervention claims and wrong election theories since the December 3 coup d'รฉtat incident, argues that the police investigation against him is an oppression of press freedom.

Feb 12 โ€ข 03:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The Cuban regime wants to silence 'influencers' of 'El4tico' with false accusations of up to nine years in prison

The Cuban regime has arrested two young influencers from the project El4tico, seeking to stifle their dissent with inflated criminal charges.

Feb 11 โ€ข 21:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

The Protests Are Being Televised

Bad Bunny's performance during the Super Bowl halftime show has emerged as a significant moment of political critique against a government that struggles to handle dissent.

Feb 11 โ€ข 16:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Despite Washington's Warnings, Maliki Insists on Running for Prime Minister of Iraq

Nouri al-Maliki remains steadfast in his bid for the Iraqi premiership despite warnings from the US and dissent among some political factions.

Feb 11 โ€ข 14:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Emotional Rift in the Innovation Party... Will an Alliance for Local Elections be Achieved?

The Innovation Party faces internal dissent following the Democratic Party's decision to postpone a merger, complicating potential electoral alliances ahead of local elections.

Feb 10 โ€ข 11:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
World

Iran intensifies internal repression in parallel with negotiations with the U.S.

Iran has intensified internal repression following recent protests, detaining reformist politicians while engaging in ongoing negotiations with the U.S. regarding its nuclear program.

Feb 10 โ€ข 01:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"Government Executive: 'We Can Do Anything in the House of Representatives' - The Transformed Political Landscape, No Dissent in the Strong One"

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's party secured a historic victory in the House of Representatives election, solidifying the dominance of the ruling party and marking a return to a political landscape where one party is overwhelmingly strong.

Feb 9 โ€ข 21:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Will Stormer become the first PM to resign due to the Epstein files? Sensation from revelations in Britain

The Epstein files have sparked significant political upheaval in Britain, putting pressure on Prime Minister Keir Stormer, who may face resignation amid growing dissent within the Labor Party.

Feb 9 โ€ข 11:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Posts Leading to Imprisonment: Has Tunisia Entered a Phase of Criminalizing Opinion?

The recent imprisonment of Tunisian MP Ahmed Saidani has raised concerns about the state of free expression in Tunisia, indicating a troubling trend of criminalizing dissent.

Feb 9 โ€ข 10:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
National & Local

Itโ€™s Terrible How Easily Dissidents Are Called Fascists. Sickening

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

Feb 8 โ€ข 05:28 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
World

Burkina Faso: Reverse Ban On All Political Parties, UN Urges Burkina Faso Junta

The UN rights chief has urged the Burkina Faso government to cease repression of civic space and reconsider its plan to dissolve all political parties as the junta continues to suppress dissent.

Feb 6 โ€ข 10:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

STM cannot review STF's decision, but can send political message to the court

The Superior Military Court (STM) cannot overturn the Supreme Federal Court's (STF) decisions but can decide on the military's worthiness to retain their ranks, potentially signaling political dissent by upholding the ranks of convicted officers.

Feb 4 โ€ข 11:56 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Tunisia court upholds and extends prison sentences for political opponents

A Tunisian court has upheld and extended the prison sentences for political opponents, including opposition leader Rached Ghannouchi, amid a crackdown on dissent in the country.

Feb 3 โ€ข 16:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Doctoral Thesis: Protests Give Voice to Topics Overlooked by Politics

A recently defended doctoral thesis explores how modern political protests serve not just as acts of political dissent but as broader cultural phenomena that reflect, express, and transform societal issues.

Feb 3 โ€ข 08:17 UTC

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