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Published on Apr 2, 2025

Heated debate in the EP on Hungary: ‘Authoritarian police state’

On 2 April 2025, the European Parliament held a contentious debate in Strasbourg on Hungary’s recent legislative developments, including the ban on the Budapest Pride march and broader concerns over the rule of law. The debate highlighted deep divisions …

Source: Daily News Hungary - Neutral
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Moldova says Russian agents spent 200 million euro to rig votes last year

Moldovan Prime Minister Dorin Recean attends a press conference following a meeting with German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock in Chisinau, Moldova, April 2, 2025. REUTERS/Vladislav Culiomza CHISINAU - Moldova's prime minister said on Wednesday …

Source: The Straits Times - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 2, 2025

We support freedom for Ukraine?

We support Freedom for Ukraine? For many Americans who recently voted to protect our country, economy, and southern border while concurrently ending our senseless support of foreign wars, the petition to “Support Freedom in Ukraine” seems a strange request …

Source: The Sanders County Ledger - Montana - Label Pending
Published on Apr 2, 2025

DAVID JOHNSON: Cape Breton students, Poland and real-life education

Article content In late February I had the opportunity to travel to Europe with seven wonderful Cape Breton University students to take part in a unique and awe-inspiring “field course” on Issues in Local Government held in Walbryzch, Poland. Walbryzch ( …

Source: Saltwire - Label Pending
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Season of bluster: on Trump, Putin and Ukraine

After more than two months of caustic words for Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and approbation for Russian President Vladimir Putin, U.S. President Donald Trump appeared to strike a different note in his approach towards bringing the two leaders to …

Source: The Hindu - Center-left
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Moldova Accuses Russia of Spending €200 Million to Influence 2024 Presidential Vote

22Moldovan Prime Minister Dorin Recean stated on Wednesday that Russian agents spent approximately €200 million during 2024 in a coordinated campaign to buy votes and influence the country’s presidential election and a concurrent referendum on European …

Source: EUToday - Neutral
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Three Mayors in Dogan’s Democracy, Rights and Freedoms Stronghold Switch Allegiances, Join MRF – New Beginning

Three mayors from the Razgrad region, who previously supported the camp of Democracy, Rights and Freedoms (DRF)-MRF leader Ahmed Dogan, the founder of the Movement for Rights and Freedoms (MRF), have switched allegiance to his former ally and now rival, …

Source: Bulgarian News Agency - Neutral
Published on Apr 2, 2025

British Embassy in Chisinau: UK sanctions pro-Kremlin operation responsible for destabilising Moldova

Pro-Kremlin operatives responsible for rigging elections in Moldova are among those hit with sanctions today (2 April) which will freeze assets and ban travel. The sanctions target a network of pro-Russian actors named Evrazia, operating in Moldova on …

Source: MoldovaLive - Neutral
Published on Apr 2, 2025

UK Sanctions Pro-Russia Group For Interfering In Moldova’s Election

Home Europe UK Sanctions Pro-Russia Group For Interfering In Moldova’s Election Foreign minister David Lammy said that Britain would not ignore attempts to undermine democracy in countries it considered to be friends and partners. Britain on Wednesday …

Source: StratNews Global - Label Pending
Published on Apr 2, 2025

UK sanctions pro-Russian group over alleged Moldova vote interference

The United Kingdom says it will impose sanctions on a Russia-based organisation it accused of attempting to rig a referendum in Moldova. Announcing the measures on Wednesday, the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) said the sanctions …

Source: St. Kitts Gazette - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 2, 2025

UK sanctions ‘pro-Kremlin operation’ that tried to rig Moldova EU referendum

The UK has sanctioned a “pro-Kremlin operation” that attempted to rig Moldova’s EU referendum, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has said. The sanctions, announced on Wednesday, target a network of pro-Russian actors named Evrazia operating …

Source: Express & Star - Neutral
Published on Apr 2, 2025

‘Georgia, once beacon of democracy, backsliding toward authoritarianism’ — Czech Embassy

Czech Embassy on Georgia The Czech Embassy in Georgia has issued a statement noting that the country, once a stronghold of democracy, is now leaning towards authoritarianism. The embassy also stressed that it continues to monitor the court proceedings of …

Source: JAMnews - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Moldova says Russian agents spent 200 mln euro to rig votes last year

World World Moldova says Russian agents spent 200 mln euro to rig votes last year Close Moldova has repeatedly accused Moscow of meddling in its affairs Follow on Updated On: Wed, 02 Apr 2025 21:14:44 PKT CHISINAU (Reuters) - Moldova's prime minister …

Source: Dunya News - Label Pending
Published on Apr 2, 2025

April 2, 1956: Bulgarian Communist Party Opens April Plenum, Zhivkov Begins Long Tenure as Communist Leader

On April 2, 1956, the Bulgarian Communist Party Central Committee opened its April Plenum in Sofia. It was an event which marked a significant shift in the leadership of the country. Todor Zhivkov was officially named First Secretary of the Central …

Source: Bulgarian News Agency - Neutral
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Trump’s ‘anger’ at Putin over Ukraine peace deal delay is just play acting

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our …

Source: The Independent - Center-left
Published on Apr 2, 2025

German Foreign Minister in Talks with President Maia Sandu and Dorin Recean: Germany Provides New Aid to Moldova – 37 ...

President Maia Sandu met with Germany’s Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs, Annalena Baerbock, on Wednesday, April 2, during her visit to the Republic of Moldova. They discussed Moldova’s European integration, economic cooperation, ongoing bilateral …

Source: MoldovaLive - Neutral
Published on Apr 2, 2025

French democracy in question: Le Pen’s conviction shows judicial overreach, leftist bias

In a move startling from a republic that is the supposedly modern torchbearer of Liberté (Liberty), Égalité (Equality) et (and) Fraternité (Fraternity), the latest move smacks of a hatchet-job style dictatorship to fix the political arena. Albeit, it was a …

Source: Firstpost - Center-right
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Ukraine hopes for Germany's help in opening negotiating clusters with EU - Rada committee head

Ukraine hopes for Germany's assistance in opening negotiating clusters with the EU already during Poland's presidency of the Council of the European Union and for the continuation of this process during Denmark's presidency, stressed the head …

Source: Interfax Ukraine - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Is Democracy Dying in France?

Lawfare is alive and well in Europe as the leftist-dominated European Union acted to ensure that another right-wing threat to its woke oligarchy was cut down well before an election. The story in France is similar to what has recently happened in Romania, …

Source: The Patriot Post - Right-wing

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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 …

Distribution channels: Politics

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 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 …

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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 …

Distribution channels: Politics
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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Published on April 3, 2025 - 04:36 GMT

Fenimore Asset Management Experts Discuss ‘Cost of Timing Market’ for Smart Investment Strategies in New Webcast

Fenimore Asset Management Experts Discuss ‘Cost of Timing Market’ for Smart Investment Strategies in New Policy and Taxation Group Webcast WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Understanding the dramatic cost of …

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