The rights to freedom of expression, association and peaceful assembly were severely curtailed. Repressive legislation, unfair trials and police impunity for unlawful use of force fuelled an ongoing government crackdown. Peaceful protesters, journalists, opposition figures and activists were subjected to arbitrary detention, torture and other ill-treatment followed by unfair trials. Human rights defenders, NGOs and independent media faced ongoing harassment including asset freezes and regulatory pressure. Women protesters endured gender-based violence.
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