Syria: When No News is Bad News
"Something inside me refuses to believe that Ismail is gone. I live in hope that some day he will be released."
24 Nov 15
Detentions
Syria: My Son's Unknown Fate
A mother searches for her son, who she believes is in a government prison.
4 Nov 15
Azerbaijan: Concerns About Treatment of Two Political Prisoners
Opposition figure Ilgar Mammadov beaten up by prison staff, lawyer says.
27 Oct 15
Tough Times in Cuba's Prisons
Former inmates describe abuse by warders as well as poor health, sanitation and nutrition.
20 Oct 15
Syria: My Mother, the Accidental Activist
Political awareness prompted by daughter's repeated arrest.
16 Sep 15
"They Won't Break Me," Says Jailed Azerbaijani Journalist
As Khadija Ismayil is given a seven-and-a-half year jail term, she tells judges that witnesses were pressured and testimony based on coercion and forgery.
2 Sep 15
Syria: Detained and Tortured, But Still Strong
"My brother Ali emerged stronger than ever."
24 Aug 15
"No Surprise" at Jail Terms for Leading Rights Defenders in Azerbaijan
With a vengeful government state behind them, prosecutors were always going to get rights activists Leyla and Arif Yunus put behind bars.
14 Aug 15
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