China punishes 4,417 officials in frugality campaign

The Communist Party of China's (CPC) top anti-graft body said Monday that 4,417 officials had been punished for violating austerity rules in July.

Venice Commission: Ukraine law banning Communist, Nazi propaganda not comply with EU standards

Ukraine law banning Communist and Nazi propaganda has a legitimate aim, but does not comply with European standards, according to the official web portal of the Council of Europe.

Russia unveils two Stalin monuments over rising popularity

The Russian Communist Party announced Thursday it had unveiled two monuments of Stalin in a single day, reflecting his growing popularity with the public.