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Human Rights Crisis and Political Repression in Burundi

Summary

The European Parliament calls for the release of human rights defender Pierre Claver Mbonimpa and condemns the increasing political repression and human rights violations in Burundi.
10 18.09.2014
Other
justice
human rights
social policy
political party
public administration
international relations

Key points

  • The European Parliament demands the immediate and unconditional release of human rights defender Pierre Claver Mbonimpa.
  • There is growing concern regarding the harassment and arbitrary arrest of journalists, activists, and opposition members.
  • The ruling party's youth wing is accused of intimidating citizens and being involved in military training activities.
  • The upcoming 2015 elections are at risk due to the lack of freedom of expression and assembly.
Documents (PDFs)
MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the situation in Burundi, in particular the case of Pierre Claver Mbonimpa MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the situation in Burundi, in particular the case of Pierre Claver Mbonimpa MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Burundi, in particular the case of Pierre Claver Mbonimpa MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Burundi, in particular the case of Pierre Claver Mbonimpa MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Burundi, notably the case of Pierre Claver Mbonimpa Burundi, in particular the case of Pierre Claver Mbonimpa
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