How Russia descended into authoritarianism
As Putin cracks down on peaceful protest and free media, thousands are fleeing the country and a financial crash looms.
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“Scared, hopeless and silent”: anti-war Russians are pessimistic about mass protests
Popular dissatisfaction is unlikely to cause the Russian president to change course.
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Climate protesters are getting ready for a year to remember
Attempted crackdowns have united human rights and environmental campaigners — and now they feel stronger than ever.
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House of Lords blocks changes to “draconian” protest legislation
The votes represent a crushing defeat for the government and a fierce repudiation of its tactics.
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Why I blew the whistle on the UK’s policing of protest
Ministers have promised a crackdown on protesters such as the Colston Four – starting with their new policing bill. Here’s…
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Ignore his lies: Boris Johnson is leading an assault on British democracy
This government is undermining the foundations of a free society. Look to Warsaw to see where that can lead.
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The Cuban crackdown proves protests are working
Planned demonstrations in Havana on 15 November were suppressed by the state, but the pressure for change remains.
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After Cop26, the time for law-abiding demonstrations is over
Peaceful protests around the world left no mark on the climate talks. A new phase in the fight must begin.
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