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Niger coup: Military takeover is a setback for democracy and US interests in West Africa

The West African nation Niger is under military rule following a coup in which President Mohamed Bazoum was overthrown and held captive by members of his own guard.

The Conversation

In ‘ABC News’ Interview, Netanyahu Dismisses Fears Over Israeli Democracy

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insisted that the new law was not as significant as critics claimed

Zenger

Israelis’ defiance of Netanyahu holds a lesson for anyone who cares about democracy

Mass protests against the man who was Trumpian before Trump are part of a worldwide struggle, says the Guardian columnist Jonathan Freedland

The Guardian - UK

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Artificial intelligence is powering politics – but it could also reboot democracy

Generative AI can involve citizens directly in decision-making, but not while developers’ incentives are only financial, says Polly Curtis, chief executive of Demos

The Guardian - UK

Legacy Organizations’ Intervention In Israeli Judicial Reform Debate Raises Concerns

American Jewish Groups Take Sides in Israeli Politics, Ignite Controversy

Zenger

UN chief calls coup in Niger 'disturbing trend' in Sahel region

In tonight's edition: Niger's President Mohamed Bazoum vows democracy will prevail after mutinous soldiers detain him. Amid Russia's withdrawal from the Black Sea grain deal, President Vladimir Putin pledges free shipments to six African countries. It comes as Moscow seeks to allay food insecurity concerns caused by its invasion of…

France 24

‘Last bastion of democracy in the Sahel’: Uncertainty in Niger prompts concern among allies

The situation in Niger remained fluid on Thursday, a day after members of the presidential guard detained President Mohamed Bazoum at the presidential palace in Niamey. FRANCE 24 spoke with Danielle Resnick, a political scientist specialising in sub-Saharan Africa at the Brookings Institution, about how a military coup could affect…

France 24

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CM felicitates Civil Services rank-holders

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has exhorted budding civil servants to work for the welfare of the common man. Only then would democracy acquire a greater meaning, he said

The Hindu

Niger president vows democracy ‘will prevail’ after army backs coup

Supporters of the coup ransack and set fire to headquarters of ruling party in the capital Niamey

The Independent UK

South Africa is failing to live up to its constitution. Gains made since democracy are being squandered – report

The end of apartheid in 1994 and advent of constitutional democracy resulted in major societal changes in South Africa. The aim was to forge a “united and democratic” society. The new nation was to be based on justice and human rights.

The Conversation

Timeline: A history of coups in Niger

Wednesday’s events marks the fifth coup in the West African nation’s history since it gained independence from France.

Al Jazeera

PM Modi tarnishing democracy by not speaking in Parliament, making political speeches outside, says Kharge

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge accuses PM Modi of tarnishing democracy by not speaking in Parliament, dubs government a "blot on humanity" for "indifference" towards Manipur. He said the burning of Manipur is a "black chapter" for the country and the government is a "blot on humanity" for not taking care…

The Hindu

Kapil Sibal retorts to VP Jagdeep Dhankhar, questions PM Modi over Manipur violence

NEW DELHI: Samajwadi Party Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal has retorted to vice-president Jagdeep Dhankhar’s recent observation that disturbance has been weaponised in the temples of democracy and questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not making a statement on Manipur.

The Times of India

Tamil Nadu Governor visits Uthiramerur

Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi visited Sri Vaikunta Perumal temple in Uthiramerur, Kancheepuram district. He was amazed by the temple inscriptions that showed evidence of a vibrant democracy over one thousand years ago, feeling proud and humbled.

The Hindu

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Zenger

Israel’s Supreme Court To Hear Petitions Against ‘Reasonableness Law’

Court sets September date for hearing; opposition vows to defend democracy

TechRadar

The voter's guide to AI-generated election misinformation

Democracy and voting in the AI age is a thorny issue - experts express major concerns about upcoming elections.

Salon

Beware Trump's revenge — and it's coming

Our experts conclude the Trump indictments are "extraordinary" and "necessary" — but he will seek revenge

The Guardian - UK

We’ve had almost 99 years of Tory rule in Totnes. Here’s how we plan to get rid of them

By uniting behind one progressive parliamentary candidate, voters in Totnes can effect change, says George Monbiot

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Reason

Why Israelis Are Taking to the Streets

The furious response to a seemingly modest reform reflects a broader dispute about the role of courts in a democracy.

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on Israel’s democracy: put in danger by a far-right government emasculating the courts

Editorial: Benjamin Netanyahu is prepared to undermine the independence of the judiciary to keep his government together – even if divisions in Israel deepen

The Hindu

BRS MP’s plea against HC order on election petition dismissed

SC upholds voter's right to know candidate's background, says it's crucial for democracy. Right to vote, based on informed choice, is precious & result of long fight for freedom. SC dismisses plea of candidate who didn't disclose pending cases & convictions in poll affidavit

Al Jazeera

Tunisia protest marks two years since president’s power grab

Opposition has kept up its demonstrations against what it calls a ‘coup’ against Tunisia’s democracy.

Evening Standard

Israel judicial reform: What are the protests about?

Tens of thousands of people took to the streets in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv to protest a series of drastic changes to the country’s judicial system under Israel’s right-wing government

The Guardian - US

‘Anger and radicalization’: rising number of Americans say political violence is justified

Survey shows a small but significant share of Americans believe in use of force to attain political goals – from both left and right

The Conversation

Biden says the U.S. would have to invent an Israel if it didn't exist. Why?

During his recent trip to the United States, Israeli President Isaac Herzog gave a speech before the United States Congress. Mainstream media coverage of his speech has focused on two points: the unbreakable “sacred” bond between Israel and the U.S., and the idea that calling Israel a racist state is…

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