All articles tagged with #political repression
Venezuelan security forces detained at least 14 journalists covering recent political events, amid widespread repression and military presence in Caracas, as the government cracks down on dissent following the US forces' seizure of Maduro, with ongoing arrests and restrictions on media and public expression.
Russian opposition leader Sergei Udaltsov was sentenced to six years in a maximum security prison for justifying terrorism, amid a broader crackdown on dissent following Russia's actions in Ukraine. Udaltsov, a prominent critic of Putin, has a history of political activism and previous imprisonments, and he denounced the verdict as shameful, announcing a hunger strike.
Belarusian prisoners released in a swap with the US are deported without passports, facing bureaucratic and human rights abuses, highlighting ongoing repression despite recent pardons and diplomatic efforts.
Belarusian authorities released 123 prisoners in a swap with the US, but many were deported without passports, facing bureaucratic and legal hurdles abroad, highlighting ongoing political repression and human rights abuses in Belarus.
Myanmar's military government has charged over 200 individuals with violating election laws ahead of a controversial election, amid accusations of unfairness and ongoing civil conflict, with severe penalties including the death penalty for disrupting the electoral process.
Myanmar's military government has charged over 200 individuals with violating election laws ahead of a controversial election, amid accusations of unfairness and ongoing civil conflict, with severe penalties including the death penalty for disrupting the electoral process.
Jimmy Lai's conviction signals increasing political repression in Hong Kong, raising concerns about the future of free speech and autonomy in the region.
Kyrgyzstan's new parliament convened after a snap election that solidified President Sadyr Zhaparov's control, with no opposition winning seats amid allegations of political repression and low voter turnout, raising concerns about democratic practices.
The conviction of Jimmy Lai highlights China's efforts to rewrite Hong Kong's history and suppress dissent, with Lai being sentenced on national security charges amid broader political repression in the city.
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Ales Bialiatski was released after over four years in Belarusian prison, where he endured inhumane conditions and political repression. His release was part of a prisoner swap linked to Belarus's economic negotiations with the US. Bialiatski plans to continue advocating for Belarusian political prisoners and human rights, despite the challenging political environment and ongoing repression in Belarus.
Tanzanian authorities under President Samia Suluhu Hassan are suppressing dissent through violence, internet shutdowns, and repression, especially around the 2025 elections, prompting calls for urgent regional action to protect human rights and hold perpetrators accountable.
Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan faces criticism and unrest following disputed elections marked by violence, repression, and international concern over democratic standards, challenging the country's reputation for stability.
Tanzanian authorities detained a senior opposition Chadema official amid deadly protests following a disputed election, with over 1,000 reported deaths and widespread crackdowns on protesters and political figures, raising concerns about human rights violations and democratic processes.
Following Tanzania's controversial election, at least 240 individuals, including prominent figures and social media influencers, have been charged with treason amid violent protests and a crackdown that has raised concerns over human rights and safety, especially for Kenyans in Tanzania. The government claims the election was fair, but opposition and international observers criticize it as undemocratic, with ongoing tensions affecting diplomatic relations with Kenya.
Protests in Lomé against Togolese President Faure Gnassingbé have resulted in at least seven deaths amid a crackdown on demonstrators demanding political change and the release of prisoners. The government denies involvement in the deaths, which were reported from rivers in the capital, and has threatened legal action against protest organizers. The unrest follows constitutional reforms and increased repression of critical voices, with protests turning violent and police using tear gas and force against peaceful demonstrators. Civil rights groups are calling for investigations into police violence, as tensions persist in the country.