Since 2016, Türkiye has enacted numerous laws and regulations that severely restrict press freedom and curtail citizens’ freedom of expression. One such measure is the so-called “disinformation law,” adopted in 2022, which the current government has used to detain many…
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The Syrian Revolution: From a Dream of Freedom to a Fierce Battle for Survival In March 2011, the Syrian revolution ignited as a spark against a decades-long authoritarian regime led by Bashar al-Assad. Rooted in years of oppression, corruption, and…
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Not all Latin American countries enjoy a democratic and free electoral system that ensures high levels of competition and a variety of candidates. However, as we strive to achieve this, it becomes essential to develop sound criteria for selecting our…
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We intuitively know that connecting young liberals from all over the world is meaningful. But we should ask ourselves, why do we, as young liberals, travel across the globe to meet in a conference room? One might attempt to answer…
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Introduction The Russian war against Ukraine, which began in February 2022, has evolved into a prolonged and brutal conflict with far-reaching consequences. Initially sparked by Russia’s large-scale invasion, the war has seen intense battles across multiple fronts, devastating civilian populations,…
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Venezuela is once again in turmoil as widespread riots break out across the country, following a deeply controversial presidential election held on July 28, 2024. The election, which saw President Nicolás Maduro declared the winner with 51% of the vote,…
What started as a peaceful non-violent quota reform movement turned into a blood bath which eventually led to the fall of the authoritarian regime of Awami League (AL). University students spearheaded the 2024 Bangladesh Quota reform movement which focused on…
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The 2024 presidential election has seen a notable surge in candidates and movements within the Republican Party that are characterized by more extreme positions and rhetoric. These figures, often referred to as the “extreme Republicans,” have been instrumental in shaping…
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“It was the time when they loved each other best, without hurry or excess, when both were mostconscious of and grateful for their incredible victories over adversity. Life would still present themwith other mortal trails, of course, but that no…
There was a general assumption this year, from polls to commentators, that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi would win not only an unprecedented third straight term but also an even larger legislative majority than he had previously held. Voters in…
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