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Ukraine must release Belarusian prisoner of conscience - 12 November 2009
The Ukraine authorities must immediately and unconditionally release Belarusian musician and activist Igor Koktysh, detained for over two years for the peaceful expression of his beliefs. Amnesty International considers Igor Koktysh to be a prisoner of conscience.Ukraine must release Belarusian prisoner of conscience - 11 November 2009
Musician and activist Igor Koktysh has been detained for over two years for the peaceful expression of his beliefs. If forcibly returned to Belarus, he could face the death penalty.
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The authorities failed to respond adequately to rising racist attacks. Refugees and asylum-seekers were at risk of enforced return.