Asel Sultan

President’s party wins again as pressure grows on independent observers and opposition forces.
Although the media is protected by law, beatings and illegal detentions are common.
Activists call for government to take further action during crisis period.
Reporters face government smokescreens, nationwide closures and “insane” stress levels.
Although youngsters are having sex, they are clueless about protecting themselves from unwanted pregnancies or disease.
Women who fight back often end up serving stiff prison sentences.