Europe/Central Asia
May 13, 2021
Turkmenistan: Threats Against Relatives of Dissidents Abroad
Turkmen security officials have questioned and threatened a 14-year-old boy in retaliation for the outspoken views of his uncle, a Turkmen activist and journalist who lives in Turkey, four independent human rights groups said today.
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Poland: Escalating Threats to Women Activists
Investigate, Protect Rights Defenders, End Hateful Rhetoric
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Uzbekistan: Gay Men Face Abuse, Prison
Ensure Rights to Personal Security, Privacy, Nondiscrimination
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News
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Turkmenistan: Threats Against Relatives of Dissidents Abroad
Stop Threatening Families, Respect Freedom of Expression
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Blogger Jailed for 6.5 Years on Dubious Charges in Uzbekistan
Sentence Undermines Government Reform Claims and Free Speech
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Important Progress for People with Disabilities in Armenia
New Law Bans Discrimination, Promotes Inclusion
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Europe: Redouble Efforts to End Violence Against Women
Mark Istanbul Convention’s 10th Anniversary with Action
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Greece: Custody Bill Puts Women, Children at Risk
Reject Proposed Legal Changes; Improve Protections for Abuse Victims
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Russia: Withdraw New Batch of Oppressive Laws
Rescind Bills; Repeal Abusive ‘Undesirables’ Law; Reform Extremism Laws
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EU: Prioritize Rights at India Summit
Provide Essential Medical Supplies; Urge India to Free Rights Defenders, Address Abuses
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Kyrgyzstan: Proposed Legal Changes Threaten Political Dissent
Reject Dangerous Amendments; Guarantee Freedom of Expression, Association
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