Russia arrests prominent palliative-care advocate over anti-war stance
[ 4 minutes to read] Russia has prosecuted one of the country’s best-known advocates for terminally ill children because she publicly…
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Trump targets Soros and left-wing nonprofits in sweeping crackdown
[ 5 minutes to read] Donald Trump’s administration is preparing a broader campaign against nonprofit organizations that it accuses of financing…
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What will happen when Le Pen and AfD win?
[ 6 minutes to read] The European far right no longer lives on the political margins. In France, Marine Le Pen’s…
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Iran’s execution machine is accelerating
[ 8 minutes to read] Iran does not merely execute people convicted of murder or other violent crimes. It executes political…
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The situation in Afghanistan now: Five years under the Taliban
[ 16 minutes to read] Five years ago, on August 15, 2021, Taliban fighters entered Kabul. Afghanistan’s Western-backed government collapsed with…
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Would brutal human rights abuses in Iran stop with regime change?
[ 13 minutes to read] There are many ways to discuss Iran. We can talk about nuclear weapons, uranium enrichment, Israel,…
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The Medicine Men: How Unregulated Drug Sellers Endanger Public Health in Nigeria
[ 8 minutes to read] Go to any bus stop in Kano, Bauchi, or Kaduna. You will find him. He has…
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Israel tortures and kills people and it isn’t even trying to hide it
[ 2 minutes to read] The vast majority of people live in countries where torture is prevalent. And I always knew…
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We hate human rights and NGOs? Go and live in Russia or China
[ 3 minutes to read] People in my country increasingly hate NGOs. They applaud every budget cut, every political attack, and…
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If WW3 erupted, what does it mean for LGBTQI?
[ 4 minutes to read] War does not only redraw borders. It reshapes priorities, values, and identities. When a global conflict…
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WW3: Why Trump’s 50% military increase may prevent escalation
[ 3 minutes to read] Donald Trump wants to increase U.S. military spending by roughly 50 percent. This proposal immediately provokes…
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China’s propaganda is dangerous — Here Is how to fight it
[ 7 minutes to read] Chinese propaganda constructs an image of China that looks almost otherworldly. It shows glowing skylines, spotless…
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Can Trump become a dictator?
[ 5 minutes to read] The United States still looks like the world’s strongest democracy. It has elections, courts, and a…
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West has been destroying Middle East and never helped
[ 5 minutes to read] The pattern is undeniable. Western powers invade, topple governments, and bomb cities. Then they walk away….
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Freethinkers International: Why this project must be Dutch-made
[ 4 minutes to read] I hate nationalism. I hate tribalism. Both are poisons. Both divide, distort, and destroy. Nationalism gives…
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Nicaragua’s UN Exit: A Blow to Human Rights or a Sovereign Stand?
[ 3 minutes to read] A Nation’s Retreat from Accountability What happens when a government accused of repression decides to walk…
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The Gaza Humanitarian Crisis
[ 3 minutes to read] The Israeli government’s recent blockade of humanitarian aid to Gaza has escalated an already dire crisis,…
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Egypt’s Human Rights Crisis: A Test for Global Conscience
[ 2 minutes to read] The world’s freethinkers, secularists, and defenders of human dignity must ask themselves: How much longer will…
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El Salvador’s Descent into Authoritarianism
[ 2 minutes to read] El Salvador, once heralded as a nation on the path to democratic reform, now stands at…
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The future of secularism in the Middle East
[ 7 minutes to read] Secularism in the Middle East has long been a contested idea, fluctuating between dominance and decline….
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The Battle for Free Expression in Africa: A Test for Democracy and Secularism
[ 2 minutes to read] Freedom of assembly and expression are often hailed as the bedrock of democracy. For freethinkers and…
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Make Palestinian cause visible without violence
[ 8 minutes to read] Palestinians face a dire and heartbreaking reality under occupation. As many famous politicians have stated, they…
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Nominee #14: Pragya Singh Thakur
[ 2 minutes to read] Pragya Singh Thakur: A 2024 Freethinker of the Year Nominee Pragya Singh Thakur, commonly referred to…
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Jimmy Carter’s Human Rights Legacy
[ 3 minutes to read] As Jimmy Carter was laid to rest yesterday at the National Cathedral, his monumental legacy in…
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Mogadishu’s Wake-Up Call: Somalia’s Struggle for Human Rights and Inclusion
[ 3 minutes to read] On December 10, 2024, Mogadishu became a vibrant stage for the ongoing battle for human rights,…
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Rebuilding Syria: A Test of Global Will and Syrian Resilience
[ 4 minutes to read] After more than a decade of relentless conflict, the task of rebuilding Syria is daunting. The…
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The Price of the Beautiful Game: Saudi Arabia’s World Cup Win and the Cost of Silence
[ 3 minutes to read] The announcement that Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 FIFA World Cup has sparked an international…
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Their Fight, Your Future: Women Human Rights Defenders Demand Global Recognition
[ 3 minutes to read] On November 29, 2024, the city of Tbilisi, Georgia, became the epicenter of a global conversation…
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Cyprus at a Crossroads: The Fight for Migrant and Refugee Rights
[ 3 minutes to read] In the heart of the Mediterranean lies Cyprus, a nation long defined by its cultural crossroads…
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Syria’s Historic Crossroads: Will Justice Prevail After Assad’s Fall?
[ 4 minutes to read] The recent ousting of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad by opposition forces marks a pivotal moment in…
