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Asylum seekers were left destitute and Afghan asylum seekers were denied international protection. New care centres for survivors of sexual violence were opened. The government withdrew its proposed ban on attending demonstrations as punishment for certain protest-related crimes. Climate activists were found guilty of trespassing following a peaceful action. Prisoners were detained in inhumane conditions. The Wallonia region continued to make irresponsible arms transfers. Municipalities’ regulation of begging violated human rights.

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