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250,000 at rally in Germany demand 'game over' for Iran's leaders
Approximately 250,000 individuals rallied in Munich during the Munich Security Conference to protest against Iran’s current leadership and support a democratic future. The event included prominent fig...
Canada Calls for Regime Change in Iran
The Canadian government has expressed strong support for regime change in Iran, emphasizing its stance against the current ruling system and advocating for democratic reforms....
Corruption watchdog sees ‘worrying decline’ in democracies such as U.S.
Transparency International reported that the United States has reached its lowest score ever on the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index, indicating a significant deterioration in anti-corruption efforts...
A decisive mandate and defining moment for Bangladesh
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party achieved a decisive victory in Bangladesh's 13th parliamentary election, representing an important shift as the country grapples with democratic reforms and economic c...
Bangladesh votes in landmark election after Gen Z revolution
Following the 2024 ouster of longtime Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina due to a youth-led uprising, Bangladesh is holding an election considered crucial for its future stability....
Bangladeshis abroad make history by voting from Saudi Arabia and Gulf
Bangladeshi migrant workers in Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states are voting for the first time via postal ballot, marking a significant step towards political inclusion despite facing challenges. Mai...
Ukrainian democracy is proving its resilience in wartime conditions
The article discusses how Ukrainian society maintains its commitment to democratic principles despite ongoing wartime conditions since Russia's invasion four years ago. Ukrainians accept necessary war...
The scramble to inherit Bangladesh 2.0
Bangladeshis vote on February 12th amidst the collapse of an autocratic regime, aiming to build a new democratic republic despite lingering influences from the old political guard....
Bangladesh PM-to-be celebrates landslide win, thanks protesters
Tarique Rahman, leader of Bangladesh's Nationalist Party (BNP), has claimed an overwhelming victory in the recent elections and thanked those who 'sacrificed for democracy'. The election results follo...
The Age of Defensive Democracy
The article discusses the current challenges faced by democracy, asserting that the critical question now is not about its expansion but rather its sustainability and survival in the face of contempor...
Trump Is Strengthening the Logic of Authoritarianism and Nationalism in Turkey
The article discusses how President Trump's actions and rhetoric are undermining support for liberal democracy in Turkey by reinforcing the appeal of authoritarianism and nationalism among Turkish vot...
Volodymyr Zelensky on elections in Ukraine: We are open, but Russians can hold them too
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky commented on the openness of Ukrainian society to conduct free and fair elections. He highlighted that Russia also has the capability to organize such elections ...
Why struggling Thailand keeps voting for change that never comes
Thailand has faced repeated military coups and briefly held civilian governments since the early 2000s, which makes long-term planning nearly impossible....
In Malaysia, study on elected Kuala Lumpur mayor triggers another race debate
A government proposal for a study on whether Kuala Lumpur's mayor should be elected has ignited debates over race and power dynamics in Malaysia. The suggestion, made by Hannah Yeoh from the Chinese-d...
Swiss will vote on 10 million population cap proposal in June
The Swiss electorate will vote in June on a proposal that would place a cap of 10 million people on the nation's population growth. This decision has been prompted due to gathering sufficient signatur...
The Problem With Representative Democracy
An article questioning whether elections should be considered as the ultimate solution for governance, suggesting that representative democracy might have inherent flaws and limitations....