Belarus: Police Violence Continues
Beatings and torture, long an issue of concern, have become commonplace since the August 2020 uprising.
22 Feb 22
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Kenya: Security Forces Blamed for Rise in Forced Disappearances
Only around one in three of all those abducted return alive.
7 Jan 22
Kazak Journalists Face Routine Harassment
Although the media is protected by law, beatings and illegal detentions are common.
5 Nov 20
Azerbaijan: Anger Over Police Heavy-Handedness
Public outcry after footage emerges of officers beating man for violating lockdown.
22 Jun 20
Armenia: Activists Call for More Action on Abuse
Campaigners warn that government statistics showing no rise in abuse do not reflect reality.
4 Jun 20
Under A Watchful Eye: Cyber Surveillance in Cuba
Public access to the internet has increased, but the state remains vigilant.
20 Aug 19
Rwanda: How Trade in Banned Alcohol Wrecks Lives
Investigation reveals that police collusion fuels lucrative smuggling industry.
17 Jul 19
Anger Over Payment Delays to Families of Fallen Afghans
Access to benefits is a key incentive to undertake perilous military service.
8 Mar 18
Afghan Local Police Demand More Resources
Paramilitary groups say they need heavy weaponry to defeat insurgents.
27 Nov 17
Afghanistan: Insurgents Prey on Teenage Boys
The Taleban and other groups find it easy to exploit vulnerable minors
31 Jul 17
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