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Indonesian police go after social media users for mocking House Speaker
The Indonesian police briefly detained an internet user for spreading memes that mocked House of Representatives Speaker Setya Novanto.
How repressive Arab regimes are expanding their reach
Our Middle East and North Africa round-up spotlights Bahrain’s first military trial of civilians since 2011, a growing crackdown on members of Egypt’s LGBTQI+ community, and a new player restricting Iranians’ internet access.
#Istanbul10 human rights defenders are released pending trial
It was a long day in court for the Istanbul 10, but one that ended with joy.
Speaking of independence is getting harder for Hong Kongers
Beijing has been more forcefully asserting its influence over Hong Kong. In September, the leaders of 10 universities in Hong Kong condemned “abuses” of free speech on campuses.
#Istanbul10 human rights defenders have been behind bars for 100 days
October 12 marks 100 days since 10 human rights defenders were arrested in Turkey during a training workshop. With charges filed this week, members of the group could now face years in prison for their work supporting the defence of human rights.
Twitter tells Kashmiri journalists and activists that they will be censored at Indian government’s request
Dozens of people who have tweeted about the conflict in Indian-administered Kashmir may soon be censored on Twitter, at the request of the Indian government.
HRC 36: Secure digital communications are essential for human rights
A joint statement by the Association of Progressive Communications, IFEX and 64 co-signatories at the UN-HRC 36 warns of the threat to human rights posed by recent attacks on the right to use encryption technology, in Turkey and across the globe.
Allegations China forced Taiwanese activist Lee Ming-che to confess on camera
The wife of Taiwanese activist Lee Mingche who is detained in China said her husband was forced to confess on charges of “subversion of state power.”