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Foto: Eine Gruppe serbischer Polizist*innen steht einer Menge von Demonstrierenden gegenüber. Im Hintergrund ist ein großes, rechteckiges Gebäude.

Mining Lithium, Undermining a Democratic Future: EU Deal Takes Serbia Further from Europe

The lithium deal brings a new quality to Serbia’s foreign policy zigzagging. At one stroke, Serbia became a strategic partner and the guarantor for the future of the European Green Deal.

By Dr. Vedran Dzihic

Drei Personen gehen durch einen Außenbereich mit Sitzsäcken. Ein großes Banner mit der Aufschrift „Krokodil“ hängt an der Wand.

In solidarity with “KROKODIL engaging words” after attacks on their office

Interview

On September 20, 2024, a group dressed in Serbian nationalist clothing entered KROKODIL's office, removed the Ukrainian flag and intimidated the staff. KROKODIL, a literary organization and partner of the Heinrich Böll Foundation, is facing increasing attacks on civil society in Serbia. We herewith express our solidarity and continuous support for KROKODIL.

Civil Society Demands Attention to Human Rights and Climate Justice Ahead of COP29 in Azerbaijan

Statement

We, the undersigned civil society organizations, movements, groups and individuals, highlight the urgent need to address serious human rights concerns in Azerbaijan in the lead-up to its hosting this year’s United Nations Climate Conference (COP29).

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Politiker*innen aus Indien, Spielkarten mit deren Gesichtern, eine Hand mit Tinte am Finger, das indische Grundgesetz und eine Weltkugel im Hintergrund.

The 2024 Indian Election: A New Political Landscape Unfolds

Analysis

On June 4, the 18th national parliamentary elections took place in India. Almost one billion voters were called upon to vote. As expected, incumbent Narendra Modi was re-elected as Prime Minister. Yet, the cards were reshuffled.

By Jochen Luckscheiter , Shalini Yog Shah and Mirza Zulfiqur Rahman, PhD

Ein Konferenzraum voller Teilnehmer*innen. Auf der Leinwand steht „Courage to Stand Up for Democracy“. Laptops und Mikrofone sind auf den Tischen.

Greens in the EU election: down in the West, up in the East, South and North

Analysis

2019 was an extraordinary election year for the European Green Party, and it was clear from the beginning of the 2024 campaign that it would be tough to match it again this year. While the Greens lost seats overall, most of the losses were concentrated in Germany and Western Europe, while the bloc was able to pick up new seats in the South and East.

By Tobias Gerhard Schminke

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The European Union faces the enormous challenge of having to achieve the necessary climate targets it has set itself, while at the same time increasing industrial competitiveness and ensuring public services of general interest. A sustainable European financial architecture based on three pillars is needed to finance these green-social investments at EU level. It is presented in this policy paper.

Addressing Afghanistan’s Climate Induced Exodus

E-Paper

In Southern Afghanistan, an urgent crisis is brewing. Water scarcity is driving large-scale displacement and migration, threatening to escalate into a global issue. Decades of drought have depleted traditional water sources, pushing communities to rely on unsustainable groundwater extraction.

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Conflict-Related Sexual Violence in Legal Frameworks

Fact Sheet

Survivors of conflict-related sexual violence can seek redress under several legal frameworks. Knowing about the different legal frameworks is critical for survivors and advocates working alongside them. This fact sheet presents some of them.

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