Europe/Central Asia
January 26, 2022
Kazakhstan: Killings, Excessive Use of Force in Almaty
Kazakh security forces used excessive force on at least four occasions, including lethal force such as shooting at protesters and rioters, during recent demonstrations and subsequent civil unrest, Human Rights Watch said today. An analysis of over 80 verified videos recorded between January 4 and 6, 2022, in Almaty, Kazakhstan’s largest city, highlights the urgent need for an effective, independent, and impartial investigation.
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Terrorism / Counterterrorism
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Kazakhstan: Killings, Excessive Use of Force in Almaty
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