The Togolese government has responded with furious denunciations, the arrest of human rights defenders and the torture of an Amnesty International member to AI’s latest report on Togo, published in May 1999. The report documents hundreds of killings, systematic use of torture, and arbitrary detention. The Togolese authorities have made no attempt to open investigations into human rights violations, or begin proceedings to bring those responsible to justice. The government is attempting to sue Amnesty International and has launched a high-profile publicity campaign against the organization.
