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EU blacklists Kremlin-linked media and NGO for hybrid warfare

Brussels targets two organisations linked to Kremlin propaganda as part of broader efforts to counter hybrid threats.

22 Apr 2026-13:51
From sanctions to hope: How the world sees Venezuela’s crisis

Editor’s Note: Pedro Escobar Medina is a journalist and director of the QAP Chaco News Agency in Paraguay. He writes on geopolitics, development, and Latin American affairs. The views expressed in this article are his own and do not necessarily reflect those of News.Az.

04 Jan 2026-14:20
Marrakech holds youth talks on peace and democracy

15 Dec 2025-18:07
Musk tells VDL: EU leader should be "elected by the people"

On Wednesday, tech tycoon Elon Musk took a swipe at European democracy and criticized the president of the European Commission.

12 Nov 2025-21:57
Democracy in transition: Global struggle for governance in a changing world

03 Nov 2025-10:36
Singapore denies entry to exiled HK pro-democracy activist

29 Sep 2025-10:43
Bolsonaro verdict highlights Brazil's resilient democracy

On Thursday, a Brazilian Supreme Court panel found former President Jair Bolsonaro guilty of multiple charges, including leading a criminal group and attempting to violently overthrow democratic rule. He was sentenced to 27 years and three months in prison.

16 Sep 2025-22:28
Macau pro-democracy leader Au Kam San arrested for alleged collusion with foreign forces

Prominent Macau pro-democracy figure Au Kam San, 68, has been arrested on charges of colluding with foreign forces to endanger national security, according to a police statement released Thursday in the Chinese-ruled city.

31 Jul 2025-10:49
Britain to lower voting age to 16 to boost democracy

Britain will lower the voting age from 18 to 16 by the next national election as part of efforts to increase democratic participation, the government announced on Thursday.

17 Jul 2025-19:30
Democracy on the brink: Kenya’s Gen-Z fights for a future in the shadow of repression - INTERVIEW

Nationwide youth-led protests erupted across Kenya on June 25-26, marking the anniversary of last year’s deadly anti-tax demonstrations. At least 16 people have reportedly been killed and hundreds injured in clashes between protesters and police. The unrest was sparked by the alleged death in custody of blogger Albert Ojwang, fueling anger over police brutality, rising living costs, and deepening economic inequality. Demonstrators accuse the government of corruption and repression, while authorities have responded with a media blackout and forceful crackdowns. The situation remains tense, with calls for justice, reform, and accountability growing louder among Kenya’s frustrated and politically active youth.

30 Jun 2025-06:52