Last year, eight people died under torture in Uzbekistan's prisons. President Islam Karimov has faced criticism for failing to condemn torture in the Central Asian country. It was expected that Mr. Karimov would denounce torture in his opening speech at the annual meeting of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development in Tashkent. Instead, he elaborated on the measures taken over twelve years of independence to advance the country's economic affairs. Kenneth Roth from Human Rights Watch stated that last year, eight people died under torture in Uzbekistan's prisons, and six thousand five hundred political prisoners remain detained. Mr. Roth urged bank officials and the United States to clarify the consequences of the lack of genuine economic reforms, establishment of democracy, and respect for human rights for the leader of Uzbekistan.
Eight People Died Under Torture in Uzbekistan's Prisons Last Year
Eight individuals died from torture in Uzbekistan's prisons last year, prompting criticism of President Islam Karimov for not condemning torture during a major economic conference. Human Rights Watch highlighted the ongoing issue of political prisoners in the country, urging international leaders to address the lack of reforms.
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📰 What Happened
Eight people died under torture in Uzbekistan's prisons last year amid criticism of President Karimov.
- Islam Karimov announce Uzbekistan's prisons
- Kenneth Roth criticize Islam Karimov
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The deaths under torture in Uzbekistan's prisons underscore the urgent need for reform and accountability.
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