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Published on 11:44 GMT

Moldova Expands Diplomatic Presence in the U.S.: Deputy PM Mihai Popsoi’s Visit

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mihai Popsoi is on a working visit to the United States from March 29 to April 6. He met with senior U.S. officials to discuss expanding Moldova’s diplomatic presence, strengthening bilateral relations, …

Source: MoldovaLive - Neutral
Published on 06:05 GMT

Democracy Digest: Slovakia’s Bear Necessities

Czechia is facing a demographic reckoning. The birth rate has fallen to one of its lowest levels on record, according to the latest figures released by the Czech statistical office. A little more than 90,000 live births were registered in 2023, while the …

Source: Balkan Insight - Neutral
Published on 12:07 GMT

EBU head: Estonia needs adequately funded broadcaster, free from government whim

Estonia faces significant challenges, including underfunded public service media amid rising misinformation and geopolitical tensions, Director General of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) Noel Curran said. Curran made his remarks while visiting …

Source: ERR - Public Broadcaster
Published on 11:08 GMT

'Hungary has Done Remarkable Things for Israel, Jewish People', Says Netanyahu in Budapest

Under Viktor Orban's leadership, Hungary has done "remarkable things for Israel and the Jewish people", Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu said at a joint press conference with his Hungarian counterpart in Budapest on Thursday, …

Source: XpatLoop - Uncategorized
Published on 07:08 GMT

Hungary’s ICC exit is another blow to the liberal order

The all-consuming spectacle of the US administration dismantling the global trading system has resulted in another significant piece of news going under the radar. To coincide with the visit of Benjamin Netanyahu, Hungary has declared its intention to …

Source: Unherd - Center-right
Published on 08:15 GMT

Hungary plans legislation preventing blockade of bridges during protests, Orban says

BUDAPEST (Reuters) - Hungary's government is planning a law that would prevent protesters blocking bridges in order to defend the rights of those not protesting, Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Friday. Bridges, particularly in the capital Budapest, …

Source: The Malaysian Star - Uncategorized
Published on 09:16 GMT

Reform's Arron Banks defends calling Bristol ‘little Somalia’ — and has a go at Romanians

NewsJohn Wimperis Local Democracy Reporter 10:01, 04 Apr 2025 Reform UK’s metro mayor candidate Arron Banks has stood by his comments calling Bristol 'little Somalia' — as he blames crime in the city on the Somali community and Romanians. The …

Source: Bristol Post - Neutral
Published on 04:42 GMT

What Trump’s presidency means for international diplomacy and democracy

Isa Abbott, Opinion Editor– One of the first things a person does to create a dictatorship would be to divide society within racial, gendered, and ideological lines to weaken national unity. Then, they would weaken education, making it more possible for …

Source: The Denisonian - Ohio - Neutral
Published on 07:03 GMT

Porcupine play: How Taiwan defends its democracy

This week, Mark Leonard is joined by Camille Grand, ECFR distinguished policy fellow, and Janka Oertel, head of ECFR’s Asia programme, who have recently returned from Taipei. Together, they explore Taiwan’s delicate balancing act as China ramps up its …

Source: European Council on Foreign Relations - Neutral
Published on 04:12 GMT

America's Voice No Longer Speaks For Democracy

(MENAFN- Jordan Times) WASHINGTON, DC - Strongmen around the world no longer need to silence independent media. The United States just did it for them. For the first time since it began broadcasting in 1942, the Voice of America (VOA) has gone off the air, …

Source: MENAFN - Uncategorized
Published on 01:08 GMT

The Threats to Syria's Political Transition: A Democracy in Exile Roundtable

Fighting for Truth Democracy fundamentally relies on the free flow of accurate information and transparency, which empowers citizens to engage in informed decision-making and even create some kind of collective identity. In the context of Syria, …

Source: Democracy for the Arab World Now (DAWN) - Center-left
Published on Apr 3, 2025

Berlin promises Kiev billions more and deploys combat troops in Lithuania

German troops in Lithuania (AP Photo/Mindaugas Kulbis)After the federal election and the approval of the largest war credits since the Nazis, Germany’s ruling class is systematically pursuing its war offensive. This centres on military expansion to the …

Source: World Socialist Web Site - Left-wing
Published on Apr 3, 2025

Hacking Democracy: Russia’s Digital War on German and European Elections

Russia’s disinformation machine didn’t just meddle in Germany’s 2025 elections — it built an entire fake media ecosystem to do it. Through a network of over 100 bogus news sites and psychological operations like Storm-1516, the Kremlin sowed chaos, …

Source: Vsquare - Left-wing
Published on 00:13 GMT

Local scholar, former CIA analyst talk on war in Ukraine

A local scholar and former CIA analyst spoke in Idaho Falls Wednesday evening on the Russo-Ukrainian War. The forum, hosted by the Alturas Institute, was the third forum of its kind held since 2022, when Russia invaded Ukraine and escalated the war which …

Source: Post Register - Idaho - Label Pending
Published on Apr 3, 2025

Ukrainian archbishop cautions against truce

THE Primate of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, Major Archbishop Sviatoslav Shevchuk, has accused Russia of misusing diplomacy to “drag out negotiations”. But he praised European leaders for their continued readiness to support his country. “On the day …

Source: Church Times - Neutral
Published on Apr 3, 2025

Support Ukrainian resistance – not monstrous rearmament plans

Source: People and Nature, 27 March 2025 “What peace?” is a wide question. To narrow it down, we can ask: what sort of peace is being discussed among Ukrainians? In an interview about the Trump-Putin talks, and the prospects for any agreement, our comrade …

Source: AntiCapitalist Resistance - Label Pending
Published on Apr 3, 2025

Courts v. The People? Le Pen Case Is Part Of Global Wave Of Stress Tests For Democracy

PARIS — The guilty verdict this week against far-right leader Marine Le Pen has turned French politics upside-down. While Le Pen retains her seat in Parliament and she can appeal a four-year sentence, the conviction for her role in a vast system of …

Source: Worldcrunch - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 3, 2025

Ukraine Needs Aid to Find Stolen Children

A teenage Ukrainian boy escaped Russian-occupied Lugansk city, where he had spent all his life, because he wanted to live in free Ukraine. When the city was occupied, he was just seven and his only memory of his native country was the yellow-blue flag …

Source: CEPA - Neutral
Published on Apr 3, 2025

EC Stands by LGBTQ Community in Hungary Amid 'Homophobia' & 'Desperate Measures' by Gov’t

The European Commission stands with the LGBTQ community in Hungary, and in every other EU member state, the European Commissioner for Democracy, Justice and Rule of Law, said in a plenary session of the European Parliament. In a debate on Hungary’s recent …

Source: XpatLoop - Uncategorized

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 10:27 GMT

Bardella Describes Rally for Marine Le Pen as Defense of Democracy

(MENAFN) On Wednesday, Jordan Bardella, Leader of France’s far-right National Rally (NR), stated that the rally scheduled for Sunday in support of party leader Marine Le Pen was not intended as a "show of force," but rather as an "expression …

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Published on April 1, 2025 - 19:08 GMT

Rethinking Democracy Ep. 7: The Protests and Political Crisis Shaping Turkey's Democratic Future

Turkey has plunged into turmoil after authorities arrested Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, President Erdoğan's strongest opponent, on charges of corruption. Mass protests, the largest in over a decade, have erupted nationwide after İmamoğlu was removed …

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 16:10 GMT

ODIHR opens election observation mission in Albania

TIRANA, 2 April 2025 - The OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) today opened an election observation mission for the 11 May parliamentary elections in Albania, following an official invitation from the national authorities. The …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 22:27 GMT

DOGE is Cutting NEH Cultural Funding to Illinois and Across Country

Impacts include devastating cuts to grants in Illinois that have already been awarded and eliminating the majority of the small federal agency’s scope and staff CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Department of Government …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 18:08 GMT

Vanessa Garcia, Award-Winning Author of 'What the Bread Says,' Now Releases Spanish Edition of Her Children's Book

What the Bread Says honors Vanessa Garcia's grandfather, Papan, and his journey of survival and resilience through three authoritarian regimes. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vanessa Garcia, the award- …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 00:52 GMT

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin Joins Multistate Lawsuit Against Trump Administration Over Unlawful Executive Order ...

TRENTON — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin today joined a coalition of 19 attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against President Donald J. Trump, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, the federal Election Assistance Commission, and other Trump …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 00:34 GMT

Attorney General James Sues President Trump for Unconstitutional Attempt to Seize Control of Elections

NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced that she and a coalition of 18 other attorneys general are suing to stop President Trump’s unconstitutional attempt to seize control of elections. On March 25, the President issued an …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 23:46 GMT

April 3 - Colorado Joins Multi-State Lawsuit Challenging Trump Administration Executive Order on Elections

News Release State of Colorado Department of State 1700 Broadway Suite 550 Denver, CO 80290 Jena Griswold Secretary of State Andrew Kline Deputy Secretary of State Denver, April 3, 2025 - Today Colorado joined 18 states in challenging the Trump …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 07:00 GMT

After Kharkiv Close Call, American Aid Workers Promise Return to Help Ukrainian Children

The close call marked a dramatic moment for the 12th humanitarian convoy led by the New Hampshire-based nonprofit Common Man for Ukraine. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Roughly 10 minutes after a group of American …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 23:46 GMT

Roots of Peace Launches Global ‘White Rose for Peace’ Campaign on UN Landmine Awareness Day

Transforming Minefields into Vineyards, Orchards, and Fields of Flowers – “Mines to Vines” Movement Expands Worldwide LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Roots of Peace, the global humanitarian nonprofit committed to …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, International Organizations ...
Published on April 4, 2025 - 11:20 GMT

Hundreds of Texas Businesses to Testify Against SB3 and HB28 as Texas Hemp Business Council Urges House Lawmakers to ...

AUSTIN, Texas, April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hundreds of local businesses, farmers and industry advocates will gather at the Texas Capitol on Monday, April 7 to testify against Senate Bill 3 and House Bill 28, sending a clear message that this …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 18:38 GMT

Richard Bland College Gains Its Independence

As of last night, Richard Bland College is no longer tied to William & Mary and now operates as an independent institution. SOUTH PRINCE GEORGE, VA, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Late Wednesday, the Virginia General Assembly …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 17:35 GMT

New Tariffs Reshape the Outdoor Recreation Industry

With skyrocketing costs and supply chains becoming more complex, outdoor enthusiasts face fewer choices and higher prices. SENDY Offers a Resilient Alternative TRUCKEE, CA, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New Tariffs Reshape …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 16:56 GMT

AMMA Launches “AMMA CERTIFIED USA MADE PRODUCT” Seal for Domestic Manufacturing of Critical Medical Supplies and PPE

New certification is crucial as the USA strengthens its commitment to domestic production following the President’s announcement of reciprocal tariffs. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Medical Manufacturers …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 15:17 GMT

Samarkand EU–Central Asia Summit: A New Chapter in Economic Partnership

On April 3–4, 2025, Samarkand will host a historic event—the first-ever EU–Central Asia Summit. TASHKENT, NY, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On April 3–4, 2025, Samarkand will host a historic event—the first-ever EU–Central …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 15:08 GMT

Javier Palomarez Applauds Sen. John Cornyn for Being Recognized as the Most Effective Republican Senator

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) congratulates Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) for being recognized by the Center for Effective Lawmaking as the most effective Republican …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 15:07 GMT

Alona Lebedieva: 'High import tariffs introduced by the United States are a complex tool with ambiguous consequences'

KYIV, UKRAINE, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- U.S. President Donald Trump has announced the implementation of a new tariff policy: starting April 5, a base 10% import tariff will be applied to all countries, including Ukraine. Beginning …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 4, 2025 - 03:02 GMT

124th Incident Prevention and Response Mechanism meeting takes place in Ergneti

ERGNETI, 3 April 2025 – The 124th Incident Prevention and Response Mechanism (IPRM) convened in Ergneti today, co-facilitated by the Special Representative of the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office for the South Caucasus, Christoph Späti, and the Head of the EU …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 14:26 GMT

Inheritance of Crises and Dysfunction

MCLEAN, CO, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Inheritance of Crises and Dysfunction is an insightful exploration of the pressing challenges that the next U.S. administration will face domestically and globally. The book delves …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Education ...
Published on April 3, 2025 - 14:13 GMT

U.S. Roundtable and Smart City Expo World Congress Expand Global Alliance to Accelerate Urban Innovation

The partnership will highlight U.S. mayoral leadership and innovation, leading to the largest U.S. delegation at the 2025 Expo in Barcelona. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The U.S. Roundtable, LLC and Smart City …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 14:01 GMT

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President & CEO, Applauds Bipartisan Push for PBM Reform in the Senate

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) today announced its strong support for the bipartisan Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) Transparency Act of 2025, introduced by …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 01:11 GMT

Woman, Life, Freedom: How the Arts Energized Iran’s Women-Led Uprising

Featuring the screening of the short documentary The Smallest Power (2024), as well as some of the art inspired by the movement, the panel will examine the central role of the arts in the uprising and the ways artistic expression has helped inspire …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 01:11 GMT

Diplomacy, Technology, and Innovation: Amb. Stuart Jones on the Evolution of US-Middle East Relations

We're excited to relaunch Middle East Focus with an insightful conversation featuring MEI's new CEO, Amb. Stuart Jones. In this episode, hosted by MEI's Alistair Taylor and Matthew Czekaj, Ambassador Jones shares his perspectives on the second …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 22:58 GMT

Mesoblast Allogeneic Cell Therapy Products Are Designated ‘U.S. Country of Origin’ and Not Subject to U.S. Tariffs

NEW YORK, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mesoblast (Nasdaq:MESO; ASX:MSB), global leader in allogeneic cellular medicines for inflammatory diseases, today provided an update on the status of its products in relation to the U.S. Government’s …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 22:21 GMT

NCLA Sues to Stop Trump Admin. from Imposing Emergency Tariffs That Congress Never Authorized

Washington, DC, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the New Civil Liberties Alliance filed the first Complaint challenging President Donald Trump’s unlawful attempt to require Americans to pay a heavy tariff on all products they import from China. …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 19:12 GMT

OSCE Secretary General concludes visits to Sarajevo and Belgrade, underscores commitment to regional stability and ...

VIENNA, 3 April 2025 - OSCE Secretary General Feridun H. Sinirlioğlu concluded his first official visits to Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia yesterday, reaffirming the Organization's strong commitment to supporting both countries and promoting …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 19:12 GMT

EU EXTERNAL PARTNERS: UNHCR suspends programmes in Egypt ― Rise in hate speech and violence targeting people on the move ...

EU EXTERNAL PARTNERS: UNHCR suspends programmes in Egypt ― Rise in hate speech and violence targeting people on the move in Libya ― Shipwreck survivors deported to Tunisian desert The United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has suspended most of its …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 19:11 GMT

AIDA Country Report on the United Kingdom – 2024 Update

|Published on: 3rd April 2025|Categories: News| The updated AIDA Country Report on the United Kingdom provides a detailed overview on legislative and practice-related developments in asylum procedures, reception conditions, detention of asylum seekers and …

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