Government Accountability

Myanmar’s Military Clamps Down with Draconian Election Law Amidst Ongoing Conflict

As Myanmar’s military government gears up for a contested year-end vote, it enacts a brutal new electoral law threatening death penalties for dissenters — a move that underscores not only the junta’s grip on power but also the risks of instability spilling beyond its borders.

By Economics Desk | July 30, 2025

Government Accountability

EU’s Ambitious Defense Fund Reveals Fragile Transatlantic Security Reliance

Eighteen EU nations apply for billions from a new fund aimed at self-reliance in security—a direct response to America’s reduced commitment under the Trump administration, exposing Europe’s vulnerability and raising tough questions about NATO’s future.

By National Security Desk | July 30, 2025