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– Tajikistan: Independent journalist Khayrullo Mirsaidov detained for corruption report (Demo)

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By HRNJ-Uganda International Media News December 12, 2017

Khayrullo Mirsaidov appears to be the latest victim of Tajikistan's crackdown on critical voices. The government should ensure his rights in detention, including to be free from ill treatment and have access to a lawyer, and should move promptly to secure his release.
Source: MEDIA FEED

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