The year saw a sharp decline in respect for human rights, with the authorities continuing to impose an effective ban on independent oversight. Impunity prevailed for past violations in the conflict over the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region. Independent NGOs and the media continued to face arbitrary restrictions. Human rights defenders and activists were arrested for their legitimate activities. Peaceful protests were suppressed. Torture and other ill-treatment remained widespread. LGBTI people were denied justice.
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