Uzbekistan: Government crackdown on human rights defenders: Secret trials and torture in the 'information age'

Uzbekistan: Government crackdown on human rights defenders: Secret trials and torture in the 'information age'

The ruthless campaign by the government of Uzbekistan to silence human rights defenders and journalists shows no sign of abating. Amnesty International is calling on the government of Uzbekistan to stop the persecution of human rights activists and journalists, and for effective action by the international community in support of those who courageously stand up for human rights. This document includes illustrative case examples.