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Namatai Kwekweza said she remained committed to her advocacy for change in Africa, despite a harrowing experience in Zimbabwe.

Panelists at the Athens Democracy Forum discussed the widening conflict and the challenge of getting the warring parties to a consensus.

Prime Minister Modi was re-elected, but his party fell short in dominating Parliament. Was that an inflection point for the world’s largest democracy?

Six young people from around the world who attended the Athens Democracy Forum spoke about what drives them and the challenges they face.

Experts on a panel in Athens last week debated how a growth in organizations aimed at countering a rise in autocracies could help turn the tide.

Much of Earth’s population has been voting this year. Where democracies are strained and stressed, is there room for optimism?

Ying Lao has called out the pro-democracy movement for its frequent “manels,” arguing that the exclusion of women from such discussions is hurting the cause.

Peace in the Middle East seems more elusive than ever, with Oct. 7 setting off a battle over not just land but the narrative itself.

In the immediate aftermath of the Hamas-led attacks on Oct. 7, the president stepped in to support Israel, counsel moderation and seek a lasting peace.

Gaza, Lebanon, Iran and Yemen: Israeli forces exchanged fire with militants backed by Tehran on Monday.