Police in Zimbabwe have forcibly removed some opposition members of parliament after they refused to stand up for President Emmerson Mnangagwa.
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Indonesian Police Intensify Fake News Crackdown
In two months, Indonesia’s National Police have arrested more than a dozen civilians who spread false information on social media, particularly on Facebook.
Zambian Anti-Corruption Activist Facing Trumped-up Charges
A Zambian human rights activist is facing jail simply for accusing the country’s judiciary of corruption, Amnesty International said today.
Court Allows Jailed Journalists To Appeal Burma Convictions
Myanmar’s High Court has ruled that two jailed Reuters reporters can appeal their convictions on charges of violating the country’s law.
Five Leading Iranian Labor Activists to be Charged for Protests
Five Iranian activists detained in southern Iran for participating in labor protest have been under investigation for alleged national security offenses.
Poland May Reinstate Supreme Court Judges, a Major EU Demand
Poland’s parliament passed legislation to reinstate Supreme Court judges forced to retire, a step that could ease a standoff with the European Union.
No Free Bahraini Elections Possible in Current Environment
November 24 scheduled parliamentary elections in Bahrain, are occurring in a repressive political environment that is not conducive to free elections.
Mother Of Detained Chinese Rights Activist Huang Qi Fears Reprisal
Pu Wenqing 85, mother of Huang Qi Sichuan rights activist in prolonged detention, fears reprisal from government as she petitions for justice for her son.
Vietnam Human Rights Activists Arrested Amid Crackdown
Huynh Thuc Vy faces trial under article 276 of the 1999 penal code for allegedly disrespecting the national flag if convicted will save 3 years imprisonment.
Uzbekistan Must Stop Harassing Human Rights Defenders
The Uzbek authorities should stop harassing human rights activists, including those recently released from prison, and ensure their safety.