Freedom of expression came under attack. Law enforcement officials used unnecessary and excessive force to break up peaceful protests. Selective justice and politically motivated prosecution of government opponents persisted. Police failed to adequately protect a Pride event. Violence against women and girls remained commonplace. Reports of arbitrary detentions of civilians in the breakaway territories persisted.
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