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Published on 13:50 GMT

Freedom must be protected: Leaders reflect on Prague Uprising anniversary

Photo: Barbora Němcová, Radio Prague International The Czech Radio building, a symbol of national resistance, was the epicentre of the uprising and the site of one of the fiercest battles against Nazi forces. More than 100 people lost their lives in the …

Source: Radio Prague - Public Broadcaster
Published on 07:25 GMT

Hungary’s realpolitik on Russia

The new Trump administration poses a trilemma for Hungary’s illiberal political model. How will Prime Minister Viktor Orban manage relations with global powers? Feb. 17, 2015: Russian President Vladimir Putin and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban shake …

Source: Geopolitical Intelligence Services - Neutral
Published on 14:30 GMT

Ukrainian President Zelenskiy Meets Czech PM Fiala and Other Officials In Prague

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy today visited the Government Office in Prague, where Prime Minister Petr Fiala (ODS) welcomed him after almost two years. The two leaders discussed the continuation of aid to Ukraine, the Czech ammunitions initiative …

Source: Brno Daily - Neutral
Published on 13:53 GMT

New Press Freedom Rankings Affirm Armenia’s Democracy

Armenia’s politics may be rough and tumble, but its democratic revolution is well-consolidated. While President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan consolidates increasing control over all aspects of life in Turkey and the countries he occupies, Turks descend ever more …

Source: The Armenian Mirror-Spectator - Neutral
Published on 10:08 GMT

How strongmen manipulate democracy: A global perspective

Those who venture into bookshops often might have noticed an increase in political literature on tyranny. It's popular reading currently because, quite bizarrely, it's a popular form of government. Whereas old-school dictators ruled through fear, …

Source: Cape Argus - Indeterminate
Published on 06:07 GMT

Pellegrini vs Fico: Is It Theatre or War between Slovakia’s President and PM?

Under the constitution, the power of the Slovak presidency is limited; any presidential veto can be overturned by a simple majority in parliament. But Pellegrini has another major source of leverage. Despite having to leave the party he founded when he …

Source: Balkan Insight - Neutral
Published on May 4, 2025

US and Poland’s ‘Shared Future Has Never Looked Brighter,’ says Rubio

May 3, known as the Constitution Day in Poland, marked the adoption of Europe’s first democratic constitution in 1791 by the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth. The document modernized the Polish state by ushering in a series of pioneering political reforms. …

Source: Kyiv Post - Indeterminate
Published on May 4, 2025

Viktor Orbán: “What the Hell is Going on in Germany?” – Nayib Bukele: “Stop Calling Germany a Democracy” – Steve Bannon ...

After the German secret political police designated the largest oppositon party “far-right” (The Gateway Pundit reported), world leaders such as Vikor Orbán and Nayib Bukele came out in support of the Alternative for Germany (AfD). Speaking to Steven K. …

Source: The Gateway Pundit - Right-wing
Published on May 4, 2025

Rubio: Poland Has Radically Strengthened Our Common Security

1 Marco Rubio Photo: Reuters The US Secretary of State predicted a "bright future" for the two countries. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a statement on the occasion of Constitution Day on May 3. He emphasized the need for close …

Source: Charter 97 - Center-left
Published on May 4, 2025

Opposition ANO Party leads Czech election poll

Opposition ANO Party would win parliamentary elections if held now, polling at 31.5 percent despite a slight decline, according to the latest STEM survey for CNN Prima News. The ruling coalition Together (Spolu) trails with 19.8 percent. Freedom and Direct …

Source: Radio Prague International - Public Broadcaster
Published on 11:02 GMT

Trump Being Trump, Takes Credit For The Good, Blames Biden For The Bad! Slaps 100% Tariffs On Foreign Films

In true Trump fashion, the president recently claimed the booming parts of the U.S. economy as his own doing while blaming Joe Biden for everything that’s going wrong. In an interview, Trump confidently declared that he’s responsible for the “good parts” …

Source: Inventiva - Neutral
Published on 05:04 GMT

Far-right Trump fan comes out on top in first round of Romania's re-do presidential election

Far-right Trump fan George Simion has won the first round of Romania's presidential election re-run on Sunday, partial results showed. It comes after last year's annulled vote plunged the European Union and NATO member country into its worst …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on May 3, 2025

End of Democracy: How Pro-Russian Telegram Channels Influence Romanian Elections

On May 4, citizens of Romania will attend polling stations to elect a new president. This is a second iteration of the elections as the results of the 2024 presidential campaign were annulled after the unexpected success of Călin Georgescu — a far-right …

Source: Kyiv Post - Indeterminate
Published on May 3, 2025

Czechia stresses commitment to equality and non-discrimination in foreign policy

In response to Amnesty International’s latest human rights report, the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed its commitment to the principles of equality and non-discrimination. While democracy is rule by the majority, the ministry emphasized the …

Source: Radio Prague International - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 1, 2025

Slovakia and Hungary Warn Brussels Risks ‘Destruction’ of EU if Ukraine Admitted Without Unanimous Consent

The populist-sovereigntist leaders of Hungary and Slovakia warned this week that Brussels risks destroying the fabric of the European Union if the ascension of Ukraine into the bloc is forced through over their objections. At a press conference in …

Source: Breitbart - Right-wing
Published on May 3, 2025

Europe: Defending democracy means defending media freedom

On this World Press Freedom Day (WPFD), the Media Freedom Rapid Response (MFRR) partners express solidarity with all journalists and media professionals who face threats, intimidation, and attacks for their work. In these challenging times of socio- …

Source: ARTICLE 19 - Center-left
Published on May 3, 2025

Democracy on the brink: Scholars warn of America’s authoritarian turn

The Bright Line Watch survey, affiliated with institutions including Dartmouth College, the University of Rochester, and the University of Chicago, isn’t just a warning siren — it’s an admission that democracy is already under assault. The full report and …

Source: Hawaii Tribune Herald - Neutral
Published on May 3, 2025

Europe at a Crossroads: Defending Democracy Depends on Defending Media Freedom

On this World Press Freedom Day (WPFD), the European Federation of Journalists (EFJ) joins its partners from the Media Freedom Rapid Response (MFRR) in expressing solidarity with all journalists and media professionals who face threats, intimidation, and …

Source: European Federation of Journalists - Neutral
Published on May 3, 2025

Romania’s war on democracy

No matter who wins Sunday’s first round of the Romanian presidential election, it is a crisis for the country, for the European Union and for the relations of both with the United States. This is the second attempt to hold the election. The regularly …

Source: Unherd - Center-right

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 13:20 GMT

Notable efforts to address electoral integrity but certain aspects of Romania’s presidential campaign left without ...

BUCHAREST, 5 May 2025 – The first round of Romania’s repeat presidential election was efficiently run and the rights to freedom of assembly and association were respected. However, widespread inauthentic behaviour online by candidates, the fragmented …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 01:06 GMT

Turkey at a Crossroads: Protests, Crackdowns, and the Future of Democracy

The arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu has sparked the largest wave of public protests in Turkey in over a decade, signaling a potential turning point in the country’s political trajectory. As the opposition rallies support and President Erdoğan …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 12:57 GMT

Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi: Handover and reburial of remains of Anti-Apartheid Activists

Good morning. We gather here today for the handover and reburial of the exhumed remains of two courageous and brave patriots, Benjamin Moloise and Abraham Mngomezulu. These two patriots are part of the great army of liberation that took up arms and fought …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 12:57 GMT

Deputy President Paul Mashatile: Launch of Transformation Fund

Programme Director; Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Mr Parks Tau; Ministers Gwede Mantashe, Stella Ndabeni and Ronald Lamola; Deputy Minister Zuko Godlimpi and other Deputy Ministers present; Members of the Executive Councils here present; …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 13:19 GMT

We need to protect the rights of workers to build an inclusive economy

We need to protect the rights of workers to build an inclusive economy Dear Fellow South African, We have just observed Workers’ Day, which is commemorated across the world in honour of the struggles of workers for fair labour standards and conditions of …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 13:20 GMT

To safeguard human rights we must protect civic space and the right to peaceful assembly, OSCE leaders say

VIENNA, 5 May 2025 – A vibrant civic space in which everyone contributes to public and political life is increasingly challenged by growing threats to freedom of peaceful assembly and severe challenges faced by human rights defenders through discreditation …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 07:40 GMT

Ukraine critic secures first term of Romanian presidential election rerun

(MENAFN) George Simion, a nationalist politician known for his criticism of the EU and opposition to Ukraine, has emerged as the frontrunner in the first round of Romania’s presidential election rerun, held on Sunday. With over 95% of votes counted, Simion …

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Published on May 4, 2025 - 18:14 GMT

Half of Germans Support Ban on AfD

(MENAFN) Close to half of the German population is in favor of prohibiting the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party after it was labeled an “extremist” organization by the country's internal security service. This sentiment was captured in a …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

First 5 California Welcomes Anthony Pane as New Chief Counsel

First 5 California proudly announces the appointment of Anthony Pane as its new Chief Counsel. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- First 5 California proudly announces the appointment of Anthony Pane as its new Chief …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 12:45 GMT

Veteran M&A Attorney Joins Spiro Harrison & Nelson to Lead Corporate Business Transactions Practice Group

Spiro Harrison & Nelson Continues Strategic Growth with Addition of Industry Leader RED BANK, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bringing its headcount to 25 attorneys, Spiro Harrison & Nelson is pleased to announce …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Law ...
Published on May 5, 2025 - 06:34 GMT

After Clergy Arrested for Praying, Moral Monday Returns to U.S. Supreme Court to Confront Deadly Federal Budget

Faith leaders and impacted people to hold prayerful protest calling out a budget that will kill Medicaid, starve children, and abandon the poor WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Monday, May 5, 2025, at 11:00 …

Distribution channels: Environment, Human Rights ...
Published on May 5, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

DOE Legacy Management Expertise Tapped for Rifle Disposal Cell Pore Water Extraction Project

RIFLE, COLORADO, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- When the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Legacy Management (LM) recently faced an operational challenge at the Rifle Disposal Site in Colorado, it took subject matter experts across a wide array …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 13:20 GMT

To safeguard human rights we must protect civic space and the right to peaceful assembly, OSCE leaders say

VIENNA, 5 May 2025 – A vibrant civic space in which everyone contributes to public and political life is increasingly challenged by growing threats to freedom of peaceful assembly and severe challenges faced by human rights defenders through discreditation …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 13:20 GMT

Notable efforts to address electoral integrity but certain aspects of Romania’s presidential campaign left without ...

BUCHAREST, 5 May 2025 – The first round of Romania’s repeat presidential election was efficiently run and the rights to freedom of assembly and association were respected. However, widespread inauthentic behaviour online by candidates, the fragmented …

Distribution channels: Politics
Published on May 5, 2025 - 12:53 GMT

TMC CEO Testifies Before Congress: Deep-Sea Minerals Key to U.S. Industrial Future

CEO and Chairman Gerard Barron testified before the House Committee on Natural Resources on “Exploring the Potential of Deep-Sea Mining to Expand American Mineral Production” Mr. Barron highlighted the abundant, unattached polymetallic nodule resource as a …

Distribution channels: Mining Industry, Politics ...
Published on May 5, 2025 - 12:23 GMT

G7 should act as stabilizer and reformer to reshape international order, urges T7 report

Waterloo, Canada, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A new report to the Group of 7 (G7) suggests the nations’ leaders should set directions to help address root causes of instability while also innovating in new areas at the global level. The Think7 …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

AAFA Calls on Congress to Restore Lifesaving National Asthma Control Program

Washington, DC, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On May 6, 2025 – World Asthma Day – the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) will visit the U.S. Capitol to call on Congress to protect the 28 million people in the U.S. with asthma and restore …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 06:56 GMT

Enhancing Military Transparency: International Seminar on the Vienna Document 2011 was held in Almaty as part of ...

From 22 to 24 April 2025, the OSCE Programme Office in Astana, in co-operation with the Centre for Arms Control and Inspection Support and the Kazakhstan Peace Operations Centre (KAZCENT) of the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and with …

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Published on May 3, 2025 - 18:59 GMT

AMMWEC and UPF Honor Pakistani Senator Kamran Michael for Championing Religious Freedom

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC), in partnership with the Universal Peace Federation (UPF), proudly presented awards to Pakistani Senator …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, International Organizations ...
Published on May 3, 2025 - 16:04 GMT

Statement by the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina on the Occasion of World Press Freedom Day

Sarajevo, 3 May 2025 – A free society depends on a free press. In recognition of World Press Freedom Day, the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina (Mission) reaffirms its continued commitment to defending the fundamental right to free and independent …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 20:59 GMT

Quin Christian and Eugene Rhuggenaath Engage in Exchange of Ideas in Washington for Curaçao’s Sustainable Development

A focus on sustainable development and future-proof investments WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- During a visit with U.S. lawmakers last week, Quin Christian held a productive meeting with former Prime Minister of Curacao …

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Published on May 3, 2025 - 06:26 GMT

Many Citizens of Redington Beach Seeking Formal Complaints Regarding Alleged Retaliation by Local Officials

We The People Of Redington Beach Image REDINGTON BEACH, Fla., May 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Citizens for Fair Governance, a civil rights advocacy group representing many residents of Redington Beach, Florida, are seeking to file a formal complaint with …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

EIN Presswire’s Debut Edition of ‘Heard on the Streets': PR Expert Clears Up Important PR Misconception

Sherrie Handrinos discusses how to earn media coverage and the key differences between earned PR and paid placement WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the debut edition of “Heard on the Streets,” a new series on …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Amusement, Gaming & Casino ...
Published on May 2, 2025 - 14:32 GMT

President Trump Backs Italian Columbus as Notorious Historian Challenges Italian Columbus Myth and Fraud

President Trump revives Columbus Day as renowned historian dares to correct ancient misconceptions that have shaped American misunderstandings for generations. TRELEW, PANTAGONIA, ARGENTINA, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As President Donald …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 23:28 GMT

ThinkCareBelieve: Week 15 of the Trump Administration

Washington, DC, May 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Link to ThinkCareBelieve's Article: https://thinkcarebelieve.blog/2025/05/02/week-15-of-the-trump-administration/ Article on Deportations, Criminal Aliens and Child …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on May 2, 2025 - 20:47 GMT

Empowering the Next Generation: OSCE Trains Over 3,000 Youth in Financial Literacy across Kyrgyzstan

For several years, the OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek (POiB) has been leading a sustained effort to promote financial literacy among youth in Kyrgyzstan. Through comprehensive training programmes held annually across the country, the POiB helps young …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 20:46 GMT

OSCE and EU support Central Asian states to safeguard non-profit organizations from abuse by terrorists

Ensuring a proportionate approach to combating the instrumentalization of non-profit organizations (NPOs) by terrorists in Central Asia was the focus of a workshop organized by the OSCE Transnational Threats Department and the EU Global Facility on Anti- …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 20:46 GMT

Building Climate Resilience: OSCE Chairpersonship Event in Vienna

VIENNA, 2 May 2025 – Over 140 participants from OSCE Participating States, Partners for Co-operation, OSCE Institutions, civil society, and international organizations gathered in Vienna for the "Resilient Together in a Changing Climate" …

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