Direct state suppression of political opposition through judicial mechanism, exemplifying authoritarian control over democratic processes and elimination of dissenting voices.
Russia's only liberal, anti-war party will not be able to take part in next month's parliamentary elections, a Moscow court rules.
Documents state persecution and imprisonment of activist for pro-democracy protest participation, demonstrating authoritarian suppression… [more]
Documents erosion of democratic institutions and questioning of election legitimacy in a major democracy, indicating authoritarian… [more]
Pakistani authorities using physical infrastructure as a tool to suppress opposition protests and restrict democratic participation… [more]