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June 21, 2017 News Release

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Egypt: Cancel Alexandria Death Penalty

Risk of Imminent Execution After Flawed Trial

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June 20, 2017 News Release

Mexico: Investigate Spyware Attack

Rights Advocates, Journalists Targeted

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US: New York Governor Signs Anti-Child Marriage Law

One of First States to Act; Others Should Follow

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Libya: Ensure Safe Return of Displaced Tawerghans

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Investigate, Prosecute Attacks on Muslims, Christians

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Years of Confinement Without Access to Family, Lawyers

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June 18, 2017 News Release

Vietnam: End Attacks on Activists and Bloggers

Pattern of Thuggish Assaults Against Rights Campaigners Across Country

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Bahrain: Only Independent Newspaper Shut Down

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