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May 10, 2018 News Release

Maldives: Release Supreme Court Justices

End Attacks on Judiciary, Political Opposition

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May 10, 2018 News Release

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Bangladesh: Protect Freedom of Expression

Repeal Draconian Section 57 but New Law Should Not Replicate Abuses

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May 8, 2018 News Release

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Repeal Provisions that Criminalize Free Speech

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May 8, 2018 News Release

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Government-Compiled Dossier Accuses Organization of Promoting Boycotts

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May 8, 2018 News Release

UN Security Council: Refer Myanmar to ICC

Stand Up for Rohingya Victims of Crimes Against Humanity

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Afghanistan: Insurgent Attacks on Civilians Escalate

Government and Donors Need to Bolster Support for Victims

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May 8, 2018 News Release

Côte d’Ivoire: Justice for 2010-11 Crimes Stagnates

Rights Groups Urge President to Support Fair, Credible Trials

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May 7, 2018 News Release

Uzbekistan: Reporter Convicted but Spared Jail

Test Case for Free Expression Under President Mirziyoyev

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Cambodia: Quash Baseless Convictions Against Opposition

Hun Sen Uses Courts as Tool of Repression Ahead of July Elections

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Libya: Armed Group Detains Media Figures

2 Men Had Organized Broadcast Awards

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May 7, 2018 News Release

DR Congo: Fears for Health of Detained Activist

Free Carbone Beni, Other Democracy, Rights Advocates

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May 6, 2018 News Release

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Dramatic Increase in Detention Without Trial

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