Human Rights Watch

“These travel bans are part of a broader campaign of continued harassment of critics of the government, aimed at silencing dissent and eradicating civic space.” — HRW

The bill would introduce several new offences, and increases the penalties for those participating in unauthorised acts of peaceful civil disobedience, including prison sentences of up to seven years for individuals who block traffic.

Vadim Kobzev, Alexei Liptser and Igor Sergunin received prison sentences ranging from 3.5 to 5.5 years in retaliation for providing legal services to the late, jailed opposition leader, Alexei Navalny.

The orders targeting those who criticise the handling of death penalty cases have the broader effect of curtailing the right to freedom of expression.

“In 2024, the Tajik government reinforced its crackdown on dissent, jailing public figures, journalists, and bloggers. It also sought the deportation or extradition from other countries of people linked to a banned opposition party” – HRW

“The past year was marked by armed conflicts and humanitarian crises that exposed the fraying of international protections for civilians and the devastating human cost when they are flouted” – HRW

A recent resolution will allow top Israeli officials to attend events in Poland commemorating Auschwitz’s liberation. This could include welcoming Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, who is wanted by the ICC for crimes against humanity.

Transitional authorities must protect evidence crucial for uncovering the fate of the disappeared and securing future justice.