Tag: political prisoners
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Iran Accused of Using International Statements to Divert Attention from Domestic Human Rights Abuses
Iran has made recent statements intended for international audiences that aim to distract from the ongoing internal issues, particularly the atrocities committed against women and the public at large. These statements are seen as a strategic move to shift the focus away from domestic unrest and criticism towards a narrative more palatable to foreign nations…
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US Journalist Evan Gershkovich Released by Russia in Multi-Country Prisoner Swap
In a recent development, Russia has released US journalist Evan Gershkovich in a multi-country prisoner swap. Gershkovich, the first Western journalist convicted of espionage in Russia since the Cold War, was arrested in March 2023 while on assignment. Despite accusations of spying on a tank factory, both his employer, The Wall Street Journal, and US…