From presidential palaces to parliamentary chambers, France's political elite has been plagued by corruption scandals for decades. Explore the deep-rooted culture of impunity that continues to undermine democracy.
Housing Minister Lee Rowley faces backlash after confirming government intervention in Cambridge development, with critics calling it a 'takeover' of local planning decisions.
As Donald Trump secures the Republican nomination, alarming questions emerge about his intentions to challenge the 22nd Amendment and pursue an unprecedented third presidential term. Legal experts warn of a constitutional showdown that could redefine Amer
An in-depth analysis of how the 2024 US presidential election has fundamentally altered America's democratic landscape, creating lasting divisions and constitutional challenges.
The shocking transformation of Myanmar's democracy icon Aung San Suu Kyi from Nobel Peace Prize winner to military junta defender reveals a complex story of power, compromise and shattered ideals.
Political tensions escalate in Ivory Coast as President Alassane Ouattara seeks unprecedented fourth term, triggering violent protests and international concern over democratic stability in West Africa.
US political tensions explode as Democrats condemn Donald Trump's government shutdown threats and 'no kings' rhetoric, warning of democratic backsliding ahead of critical elections.
An alarming transformation is unfolding in American politics as legal constraints designed to limit executive power are being repurposed as weapons. This analysis examines the dangerous precedent being set and its implications for democratic institutions.
As President Trump deploys National Guard troops across multiple states, experts warn the United States faces its most severe constitutional crisis since the Civil War, with democracy hanging in the balance.
Exclusive: FIA faces democracy crisis as Mohammed Ben Sulayem allegedly blocks Robert Reid's presidential candidacy, sparking internal rebellion and governance concerns ahead of crucial election.
Massive nationwide demonstrations erupt as Donald Trump faces unprecedented legal challenges to his authority, testing the very foundations of American democracy.
As American democracy faces unprecedented challenges, an over-reliance on political etiquette and procedural norms is creating dangerous vulnerabilities. This analysis reveals why being 'polite' might be the greatest threat to democratic survival.
As France faces a profound crisis of political faith, experts warn that democratic collapse is no longer a distant threat but an imminent danger facing nations worldwide, including the UK.
Exclusive: Venezuelan opposition figure María Corina Machado receives Nobel Peace Prize nomination as she faces government persecution and electoral bans in her fight for democracy.
New research reveals alarming vulnerabilities in democratic elections as AI tools become weaponised for political manipulation. Experts warn of unprecedented threats to electoral integrity.
Exclusive analysis reveals how Donald Trump's potential return to power threatens to destabilise America's democratic foundations and create unprecedented constitutional turmoil.
Retired Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy breaks silence with chilling assessment of America's democratic foundations, warning of constitutional erosion and political extremism.
Former US Labour Secretary Robert Reich delivers a stark warning on the fragility of American democracy, citing voter suppression, legislative gridlock, and the influence of big money in politics.
After 40 years holding power to account, a seasoned journalist issues a grave warning: the profession is being systematically dismantled, threatening democracy itself.
Plaid Cymru's Liz Saville Roberts accuses the UK government of undermining Welsh democracy by granting itself powers to veto legislation passed by the Senedd. The controversial Welsh Bill provisions have sparked a major constitutional clash.
Exclusive insight into the alarming rise of political tensions in the US. Experts warn of a dangerous new chapter in American democracy as polarisation reaches breaking point.
The United States is plunged into a profound political and social crisis following the shocking assassination of prominent conservative activist Charlie Kirk. This deep-dive analysis examines the immediate fallout, the escalating threat of civil conflict,
A stark warning from US experts: America's republican system faces an existential threat from within. Discover how the 2026 midterm elections could become a tipping point for democracy itself.
Billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk stuns UK political establishment by calling for Parliament's dissolution during controversial far-right rally in London. Full analysis of his explosive speech and implications for British democracy.
An exclusive analysis of Viktor Orban's 'illiberal democracy' model, its implementation in Hungary, and why it's becoming a troubling inspiration for Donald Trump and global populists.
Senior MPs warn that Metropolitan Police investigations into politicians' statements are creating a chilling effect on democracy and free speech in Parliament.
Acclaimed authors Elif Shafak and Lea Ypi explore the vital role of storytelling, empathy, and free speech as acts of political defiance in an era of rising authoritarianism and nationalism.
Exclusive analysis reveals Donald Trump's radical proposal to deploy the National Guard immediately upon re-election, raising profound concerns about democratic norms and the militarisation of US domestic policy.
Nottinghamshire County Council faces fierce backlash after banning a local news organisation from its press briefings, sparking accusations of censorship and an attack on local democracy from Reform UK leader Richard Tice.
Thirteen pro-democracy campaigners and former lawmakers in Hong Kong have been convicted under Beijing's controversial national security law, facing potential life imprisonment in a landmark trial that critics decry as a political purge.