Far-right politicians around the world have mastered the art of epistemic warfare, posing a serious threat to academic freedom. Iris B. Segers reflects on the challenges of feminist resistance to a bizarre political reality rife with lies theloop.ecpr.eu/lies-damned-li…

In a world where extractive industries threaten their land and lives, Indigenous women in the Amazon are not just resisting destruction — they are transforming political systems, writes Camila Montero. theloop.ecpr.eu/indigenous-wom…

Academic Arife Köse argues that #İmamoğlu’s arrest reflects a deeper question about whether Turkish society still sees itself as democratic. As #Erdoğan faces the risk of electoral defeat, she suggests he is rewriting the rules to suppress challengers. esitlikadaletkadin.org/turkey-on-the-…

P. Kirby & L. J. Shepherd argue that at this point in history, with the rolling back of women’s rights on multiple fronts, glimpses of possibility offered by feminist peace seem to exist on a different plane – but perhaps are more precious than ever. esitlikadaletkadin.org/looking-at-the…

Council of Europe to send mission to Turkey amid ‘democratic backsliding’ youtu.be/Wi4mkG33d9k?si…

🔥🥰💃🏽 My latest research article (OA) on "Construction and control of cartographic imaginaries: #Kashmir and #Taiwan", coauth w Mariah Thornton 宋妍嫵, out in Review of International Studies RIS! cambridge.org/core/journals/… #cartography #geopolitics #India #China #maps #IR BISA - British International Studies Association

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Turkey's Youth on the Frontlines of Protests juancole.com/2025/04/turkey… via Juan Cole

Harvard University sues to block Trump from slashing billions in research funding reuters.com/legal/harvard-…

Feminist Peace In Question thedisorderofthings.com/2025/04/11/fem…

In a recent podcast, Professor Nitasha Kaul, PhD, Chair of Politics and International Relations at the University of Westminster, shared compelling insights on the global rise of right-wing nationalism & its intersections with neoliberalism and gender politics. Listen 👇 open.spotify.com/episode/3MtL8a…

Kaul demonstrates how misogyny intersects with authoritarian tactics, like climate change denial & attacks on public care systems, reinforcing a militarized, masculinist image of leadership that dismisses values associated with care as weak or unnecessary. esitlikadaletkadin.org/understanding-…

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Sırrı Süreyya Önder has been a strong advocate for democracy and Kurdish rights. His death sparked tributes from across the political spectrum, with many praising his commitment to dialogue and peaceful resolution. esitlikadaletkadin.org/death-of-onder…

Hungary Passes Controversial Constitutional Amendment, Escalating Crackdown on LGBTQ+ Rights and Civil Liberties esitlikadaletkadin.org/hungary-passes…

Hungarian lawmakers have passed a deeply controversial constitutional amendment that critics say significantly escalates Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s clampdown on dissent, LGBTQ+ rights, and democratic norms.

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Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial: Who is going to testify, what are the charges? - Al Jazeera apple.news/ArMdbk_3KToi4P…

Venezuela’s elections have tightened Nicolás Maduro’s grip on power, with his party sweeping to victory amid a fractured opposition and record-low turnout. This article explores the risks and consequences of electoral boycotts in authoritarian regimes. esitlikadaletkadin.org/venezuelas-aut…