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The New York Times

December 19, 2025 • 3 weeks ago

Australia Considers Anti-Hate Laws After Jewish Community Attack

Australia debates new hate crime legislation following a mass shooting at Jewish holiday celebration, sparking controversy over protest restrictions and civil liberties.

#Australia #hate-crime-legislation #civil-liberties

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The Guardian

December 18, 2025 • 4 weeks ago

NSW Government Faces Backlash Over Protest Ban After Bondi Attack

NSW Premier Chris Minns faces criticism from activists and Jewish groups over plans to restrict protests following the Bondi terrorist attack, with critics warning against eroding democratic freedoms.

#australia #terrorism #civil-liberties

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France 24

December 18, 2025 • 4 weeks ago

Brazil Senate Bill Could Cut Bolsonaro Jail Term, Sparks Lula Veto

Brazilian Senate approves controversial legislation to reduce ex-President Bolsonaro's potential prison sentence for alleged coup plot. President Lula vows to veto the bill.

#Brazil #Bolsonaro #Lula

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Al Jazeera

December 17, 2025 • 4 weeks ago

Tunisia's Shattered Dreams: Revolution's Promise Fades After 15 Years

Fifteen years after the Arab Spring began in Tunisia, the nation grapples with broken promises and dashed hopes. What was once the region's democratic beacon now faces authoritarian backsliding.

#Tunisia #Arab Spring #democracy

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France 24

December 16, 2025 • 1 month ago

Chile Elects First Far-Right Leader Since Pinochet Era

Jose Antonio Kast's victory marks a dramatic political shift in Chile, bringing arch-conservative ideology back to power after three decades of democratic governance.

#Chile #far-right #Latin America

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Deutsche Welle

December 16, 2025 • 1 month ago

Africa's Coup Crisis: Understanding the New Wave of Political Upheaval

A surge of military coups across Africa in 2025 signals deepening political instability. Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau face new military governments while regional leaders scramble for solutions.

#Africa #military coups #democracy

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Deutsche Welle

December 16, 2025 • 1 month ago

Africa's Coup Crisis: Breaking the Cycle of Military Takeovers

A new wave of military coups sweeps across Africa in 2025, with Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau joining the growing list of nations under military rule.

#Africa #military-coups #democracy

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France 24

December 10, 2025 • 1 month ago

Brazil Congress Passes Bill to Reduce Bolsonaro's Coup Sentence

Brazil's lower house approved legislation that could significantly reduce former President Jair Bolsonaro's potential prison sentence for coup plotting, amid chaotic parliamentary scenes.

#Brazil #Bolsonaro #coup

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Deutsche Welle

December 10, 2025 • 1 month ago

Nobel Winner Machado Calls for Freedom Fight from Venezuelan Opposition

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado surprises Nobel Committee by announcing her journey to Oslo, as her daughter accepts prestigious award on her behalf.

#venezuela #nobel-prize #democracy

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The Guardian

December 10, 2025 • 1 month ago

Zelensky Offers Wartime Elections After Trump's Democracy Challenge

Ukrainian President Zelensky responds to Trump's criticism by proposing elections within three months, pending parliamentary and international support during ongoing war.

#Ukraine #elections #Trump

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France 24

December 02, 2025 • 1 month ago

Guinea-Bissau Election Crisis: Armed Groups Destroy Ballots After Coup

Guinea-Bissau's electoral commission reports armed men destroyed election ballots following last week's military coup, making it impossible to publish results.

#Guinea-Bissau #military-coup #West-Africa

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Al Jazeera

November 27, 2025 • 1 month ago

Egypt's Parliamentary Elections: Democratic Theater or Power Grab?

Egypt's upcoming parliamentary elections appear carefully orchestrated to ensure President el-Sisi's continued dominance, raising questions about genuine democratic processes.

#Egypt #el-Sisi #Middle-East

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