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Zimbabwe elections

As the country goes to the polls, warning signs show that the widespread state-sponsored brutality of the 2008 elections could potentially be repeated.

 

 

Tear gas is used on the protesters in Taksim on the second day of demonstrations. © SADIK GÜLEÇ/DEMOTIX

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End repression

Police officers in Turkey are using tear gas and water cannon to disperse protests spreading across the country. Over 2000 protestors have been injured. 

 

 

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Free Pussy Riot

Two members of the jailed Russian punk band remain behind bars after being sentenced to two years for singing a song in a church. We are increasingly worried about their treatment in prison.


 

People watch as the first houses Craica settlement are demolished, Baia Mare, Romania, May 2012. © Amnesty International

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Roma in EU

There are millions of Roma in the EU. Many families are forced out of their homes, and children often study in segregated schools. End the illegal discrimination now. 

 

 

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Women's rights

From beatings behind closed doors to targeted attacks on women human rights defenders, violence against women is rife in Afghanistan. Help stop the abuse.

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