Urgent Action outcome: Prisoners released having served sentences
On 5 March 2020, prisoner of conscience, Hajer Mansoor Hassan, was released from Isa Town Detention Centre for Women.
2nd update on UA 23/19
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Urgent Action outcome: Musician released on probation
On 13 May 2019, 33-year-old musician Rami Sidky was released on probation after 374
days of pre-trial detention.
1st update on UA 27/19
16 activists released; 61 people remain in prison
Activists known as “Aguadores” were released on 30 December but still face charges.
7th update on UA 82/219
Urgent Action outcome: Activist released on bail
Senegalese activist Guy Marius Sagna was released on bail on 3 March, three
months after he was first detained.
2nd update on UA 171/19
Urgent Action outcome: Filmmaker Released After Serving His Term
Filmmaker Min Htin Ko Ko Gyi was released from prison on 21 February 2020, after completing his prison sentence.
3rd update on UA 81/19
Free author Ahmet Altan
Renowned Turkish author and former newspaper editor was re-detained after a court overturned the decision to release him.
First UA: 166/19
Belarus must not execute Viktar Serhil
Despite continuing pressure, Belarusian authorities continue to carry out executions.
First UA: 24/20
Three activists face prison for peaceful rally
Three activists are facing prison time for calling for constitutional reform and criticising military rule.
First UA: 13/20
Five activists arrested after illegal raid
Five activists were arrested during an illegal raid. The activists claim security forces committed multiple violations.
First UA: 19/20
Ombudsman's life at risk over death threats
An Ecuadorian Ombudsman's life is at risk in retaliation for his human rights work. He and his family must be protected.
First UA: 22/20