President Alexander Lukashenko, known as “Europe’s Last Dictator,” is set to win another term in an orchestrated election in Belarus amid crackdowns on dissent and free speech. His opponents call the election a sham, while he relies on Russian support and slogans of peace and security. Lukashenko’s challengers on the ballot are all loyal to him, with opposition leader-in-exile Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya denouncing the election as a farce and urging voters to reject all candidates.
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Protests in Ukraine as Zelenskyy signs bill curbing anticorruption agencies | Civil Rights News
President Zelenskyy has enacted a controversial law granting the prosecutor general significant control over Ukraine’s independent anticorruption agencies, sparking widespread protests across major cities. Critics warn this undermines democracy and EU aspirations, while international observers stress that maintaining the independence of these agencies is crucial for ongoing financial aid and support. Want More Context? 🔎
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