Authorities further curtailed the rights to freedom of expression, peaceful assembly and association. Political opponents and civil society members were arbitrarily arrested and detained or subjected to enforced disappearance. Government forces, their allies and armed groups carried out unlawful attacks and killings against civilians. Armed groups imposed blockades on several towns and cities. More than 2,036 schools were closed due to the conflict.
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