A survey conducted by the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance shows that, in 11 of 19 countries analyzed, less than half of voters think that the last elections were free and fair
Almost half of countries have suffered setbacks in the democratic process in the last five years, according to the IDEA organization, which however highlights growing citizen participation
Switzerland has traditionally been immovable on its neutral stance during conflicts but politicians are debating several motions to allow the re-export of weapons to Kyiv
Some 275,000 people from the strife-torn country are now living as refugees in Cameroon
Firefighter service had sent mayor a fax reminding him of the high risk of wildfires
Thousands call for Valencia premier's resignation after public TV switch-off
Region says it cannot afford to reinstate workers after magistrates declare sackings null and void
New evidence emerges over train derailing accident that killed 43 people in 2006
Government pardons 28-year-old who stocked up on diapers and gasoline
