Global democracy crisis: How Russia exploits West’s loss of faith to win its war
Across the West and beyond, citizens lose hope in democratic systems, fueling populist movements and political instability.
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Independence Day of Ukraine: celebrating independence when fighting for freedom
Ukraine declared independence in 1991; Russia has been trying to crush it ever since.
Fifty Ukrainian NGOs rise in defense of Ukrainian top anti-corruption fighter Shabunin, charged with draft dodging and fraud
Activists call the case against Shabunin “politically motivated” and warn it risks silencing democracy.
Half of Ukrainians believe country moving towards democracy, 41% – towards authoritarianism – poll shows
Trust in President Volodymyr Zelenskyy determines how Ukrainians view their country's political direction, with 82% of his critics seeing authoritarianism compared to 76% of supporters who perceive democratic development.
“I was not fierce enough”: Georgian activist’s brutal confession as democracy collapses
She saw the red flags, trained the people now dismantling democracy—and stayed silent too long.
Oxford historian has a 7-point plan for saving democracy. Can Ukraine afford to wait?
Timothy Garton Ash insists democracy is winning. Ukraine isn't so sure.
Who is dancing and where if journalism is dead? Trump and Orbán know
When journalism dies, propaganda doesn’t mourn—it gets to work. At the Lviv Media Forum, experts showed how Trump and Orbán turned media into their loudest ally.
If martial law is suspended for elections, Ukraine will lose its army, Zelenskyy warns
Ukraine would be legally required to drastically reduce its wartime-sized army. Moreover, millions - most refugees abroad, soldiers, and those in occupied territories - would be unable to vote.
Think 2024 was wild? Eight global forces will make 2025 even more turbulent
From middle-income traps to migration crisis, a guide to how Ukraine and democracies must navigate coming instability
Ukraine ranks in top 6 of 43 countries for belief in democracy
64% of Ukrainian respondents believe "democracy may have its flaws, but it is the best system of governance." In Russia – 22%.
Ukraine’s fate will determine future of global democracy, says Nicaraguan freedom champion
If Ukraine falls to Russia, the democratic world order could collapse, warns dissident leader Felix Maradiaga