Central Europe
In 2004, the Central European countries joined the European Union as new members. The Prague office seeks to strengthen liberal forces, both political and intellectual, in the region. Our project office particularly supports the 4liberty.eu network, which serves as a centre of competence and a platform for dialogue.
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From Poland with Love. October
PiS faces major corruption scandal – suspicious CPK land sale shakes Poland’s flagship project and fuels political turmoil ahead of local elections.
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Defending Democracy: Exposing Gendered Disinformation in the Czech Repubic and Slovakia
Across Central Europe, women in politics face not just criticism but gendered disinformation — a toxic mix of lies, mockery, and stereotypes undermining their credibility and democracy itself.
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Villain Boris Johnson and calls from disinformers to stop aid to Ukraine
Kremlin-linked narratives in Slovakia paint the EU as weak, accuse the UK of fueling war for profit, and glorify Russia — all to erode Western support for Ukraine and stoke fear over migration.
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New axis in Central Europe: Babiš, Orbán, and Fico between Moscow and Brussels
What parallels do Orbán, Babiš, and Fico have in their Russia-Ukraine policies and in their attitude towards the EU?
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What Will George Clooney Be Doing in Poland?
George Clooney will visit Poland for the first time to join the Freedom Games in Łódź (24–26 October 2025) for an exclusive, one-hour live conversation — the only chance to see him in person, as it won’t be broadcast or recorded.
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Future in Focus - Stability, Security, and Democracy in Central and Eastern Europe
Young liberals from 15 CEE countries unite in Gdańsk to defend democracy, strengthen youth engagement, and address hybrid threats in the Baltic region — inspired by the legacy of Solidarność.
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Sovereign Babiš and adored Orbán. The disinformation scene rejoices in political developments and apologizes to Moscow for Russophobia
In early October, pro-Russian and anti-EU disinformation circulated in Slovakia, referencing the anniversary of the Carpathian-Dukla Operation and Viktor Orbán’s remarks on Ukraine’s EU integration. Discover more in our newsletter.
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From Poland with Love. September
A mass drone attack from Russia and Belarus pushes Poland and NATO to the brink — “the closest we’ve been to open conflict since WWII.”
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Between Populism and Pragmatism
What the Czech Elections Reveal About Europe’s Future. An analysis by Natália Sabol Tkáčová, Project Manager, FNF Central Europe.
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Two sexes in the constitution and questioning the Russian threat
From questioning opposition protests to celebrating constitutional change: Slovakia’s disinformation scene fuels culture wars and echoes Russian narratives. Discover the latest developments in the bi-weekly newsletter.
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Hungary’s Next Election: A Test for Democracy
For more than a decade, Orbán has been rewriting Hungary’s electoral laws and with every new measure, the opposition’s room to maneuver shrinks. This article examines the changes he has made and how they erode democracy.
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The Czech Republic Heads to the Polls: Key Dynamics Ahead of the October Parliamentary Elections
In the run-up to the Czech parliamentary elections on 3–4 October, Andrej Babiš’s ANO movement leads the polls, raising the stakes for both Czech democracy and Europe.
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Celebrating peace in Beijing and exploiting death to spread hatred. Slovakia continues with its tried and tested methods
From Beijing’s staged peace to exploiting tragedy at home—Slovakia’s disinformation machine keeps spinning. Discover the latest disinformation narratives in the bi-weekly newsletter.
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From Poland with Love. August
One of our topics: Poland’s new president sparks controversy with sweeping vetoes on energy, refugee aid, and EU-linked reforms—reshaping politics, economics, and foreign policy.
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Orbán's path to eternal power
Hungary faces a pivotal 2026 election: Orbán’s illiberal grip is cracking as ex-ally Péter Magyar rises. Will Orbán’s repressive machine secure power—or collapse under its own weight?
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