Despite its horrific war, Syria takes helm of U.N. disarmament forum
Diplomats said Syrian President Bashar Assad's government has no credibility or moral authority to lead the U.N. forum.
Bulgaria
Bulgaria is a nation in Southeastern Europe on the Balkan Peninsula, with a coastline on the Black Sea. The country is a member of both the E.U. (since 2007) and NATO (since 2004), positioning it as a key player at the crossroads of European and Balkan geopolitics.
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Threats to press and repressive leaders pose danger to democracy
Reporters Without Borders says hatred for the press is 'steadily more visible' - and is not limited to authoritarian countries.