Elections
The Slovak election showed Russian interference in Western democracies is ramping up, threatening to sow distrust across Europe. There is an urgent need for NATO member states to act.
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January 22, 2024
Lukashenka Tightens Screw Ahead of Belarus Elections
President Aliaksandr Lukashenka is doubling down on repression as Belarus prepares for parliamentary elections in February. There won’t be much choice on the ballot papers.
January 14, 2024
Victory: Taiwan’s Democracy
Bullying does not necessarily work. Neither do dirty tricks.
January 11, 2024
The Kremlin’s Cultural Tentacles Still Poison Italian Debate
As 2024 began, Russia activated its influence network in Italy to promote events whitewashing its war crimes and pushing anti-Ukrainian propaganda.
January 10, 2024
Serbia’s Decisive Moment: Time to Act
Despite appearances, there is a whiff of change in the Serbian air. Democrats and outsiders must unify to exploit the moment.
January 9, 2024
‘Elite Replacement’ Strategy Tested by Poland’s New Government
The administration’s clear-out of its predecessor’s supporters from state media had been ruthless and controversial.
January 8, 2024
AI Disinformation – We Need New Defenses
Artificial intelligence generates new disinformation risks, smearing the line between fact and falsehood. It threatens 2024’s crucial elections.
January 5, 2024
The Return of Georgia’s Billionaire Éminence Grise
The news underlined the acute personalization of Georgia’s politics and worries among the elite about popular apathy.
January 3, 2024
Kremlin Seeks to Poison Bulgaria’s Fragile Coalition
Events in Bulgaria have raised questions about the durability of its ruling coalition as Moscow uses politicians and businessmen to destabilize the country.
December 19, 2023
Georgian Ruling Party Basks in Success of EU Candidature
Candidate status creates a paradox. It is good news for the country but may also help the less-than-Euro-enthusiastic ruling party in the 2024 parliamentary elections.