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Ukraine: Rights should not be restricted under new martial law (Demo)

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By HRNJ-Uganda International Media News November 29, 2018

On 27 November, Ukrainian lawmakers voted to impose martial law in ten regions that border Russia; under this special measure, the government has the power to restrict numerous basic rights including the rights to free expression and assembly.
Source: MEDIA FEED

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