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FUF-correspondents, Reportage

New government in Syria – a threat to Kurdish autonomy

On the morning of December 8, 2024, Syrians celebrated the end of the Assad family's tyrannical regime. But far from everyone is hopeful for a peaceful future. FUF correspondent Josephine Forthmann contacted two people in Syria to hear their thoughts on the regime change.

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February 8

FUF-correspondents, News

From free vote to 'foreign agent': Kyrgyzstan's new law hits civil society

In March 2024, Kyrgyzstan introduced a “foreign representatives” law that requires organizations with foreign funding to be registered and audited. The law, reminiscent of Russia's infamous Foreign Agent Law, has provoked strong reactions internationally. Critics believe that the law threatens the independence of civil society and limits freedom of expression.

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January 10

News

Internet shut down and barricades in Pakistan after protests for jailed prime minister

Nationwide security restrictions, internet shutdowns and barricaded roads. Protests in Pakistan's capital Islamabad have been met with several security measures by the authorities and led to violent clashes between security forces and thousands of protesters. Imran Khan became Pakistan's first prime minister to be ousted by a vote of no confidence, but support remains strong among many of his supporters.  

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December 22

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