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Tunisia: Arbitrary detention crushes dissent

A new report reveals how Tunisia is using arbitrary arrests and harsh prosecutions to silence lawyers, journalists, and opposition voices, robbing Tunisians of hard-won civil liberties.

Ten key Mozambican opposition figures killed in the last 6 months

Mozambican authorities are facing criticism for failing to thoroughly investigate the killing of opposition figures following the disputed October 2024 elections.

China: Police arrest Tibetans for internet, phone use

Human Rights Watch highlighted the information restrictions and surveillance operations conducted by the Chinese government in Tibet.

Germany: Could dual citizens lose citizenship for expressing their political views?

After more than 18 months smearing pro-Palestinian voices, Germany’s conservative parties want to revoke citizenship from dual citizens if they are deemed “supporters of terrorism, antisemites and extremists”.

Saudi Arabia: Dozens freed but arrests continue

Recent prisoner releases offer little comfort as authorities continue to target and arbitrarily arrest critics, with many still behind bars for merely exercising their right to free expression.

Zimbabwean journalist held on baseless charges

The ongoing detention of journalist Blessed Mhlanga on unfounded charges highlights Zimbabwe’s escalating assault on press freedom and free expression.

Bangladesh: Interim government should protect freedom of expression and opinion

Civil society groups express alarm over the spate of violent attacks on journalists and human rights defenders exercising their right to freedom of expression.

Abusive conspiracy trial opens in Tunis

Tunisian authorities are prosecuting 40 political opponents and activists on unfounded conspiracy charges, with key defendants denied fair trial rights and held in abusive pretrial detention.