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– #Istanbul10 human rights defenders have been behind bars for 100 days (Demo)

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By HRNJ-Uganda International Media News October 12, 2017

October 12 marks 100 days since 10 human rights defenders were arrested in Turkey during a training workshop. With charges filed this week, members of the group could now face years in prison for their work supporting the defence of human rights.
Source: MEDIA FEED

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