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Karakalpakstan/Uzbekistan: CSP reacts to Tazhimuratov verdict
Freedom Now and the Civic Solidarity Platform (CSP) strongly condemn the recent decision by an Uzbekistan court to extend the prison sentence of Karakalpak activist Dauletmurat Tazhimuratov from 16 to 18.5 years.
Kyrgyzstan: UN Working Group Petition Filed on behalf of Tilekmat Kudaibergen uluu
On May 4, 2026, Freedom Now and the law firm Hausfeld LLP filed a petition with the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention on behalf of Kyrgyzstani activist Tilekmat Kudaibergen uulu.
Azerbaijan: Council of Europe Must Act on Forced Return of Afgan Sadigov
Freedom Now and seven international human rights organizations call for urgent action following the forced return of journalist Afgan Sadigov from Georgia to Azerbaijan.
Kazakhstan: Freedom Now Condemns Sentencing of 18 Human Rights Activists
Freedom Now strongly condemns the conviction of 18 members of the Kazakhstani human rights organization Atajurt on charges related to their involvement in a peaceful protest.
Indonesia: Freedom Now Petitions UN on behalf of Lawyer Delpedro Marhaen
On April 7, 2026, Freedom Now filed a petition with the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention on behalf of Indonesian lawyer and civil society leader Delpedro Marhaen.
Joint Statement calling for the release of Rwandan opposition leader Victoire Ingabire
Freedom Now, the Human Rights Foundation, and the Lantos Foundation for Human Rights and Justice renew our call for the release of Victoire Ingabire.
Write a Letter to Azerbaijani Political Prisoner Tofig Yagublu
Please join us in sending messages of solidarity and encourage to Tofig, an opposition politician who has been wrongfully imprisoned in Azerbaijan since December 2023.
Kyrgyzstan: UN Declares Detention of Kempir-Abad Activists a Violation of International Law
The UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention has determined that Kyrgyzstan violated international human rights law by detaining five women who protested a border agreement between Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan.
Joint Letter: Urgent Call to Free Frenchie Mae Cumpio
Freedom Now and more than 90 media groups and international human rights organizations call on Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to “right the wrong” and release jailed journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio, as she marks six years behind bars.
Joint Statement on the Day of the Endangered Lawyer
In recognition of endangered lawyers around the world, we, the undersigned, express our deep alarm at the growing repression of lawyers worldwide for the legitimate exercise of their professional duties.
Philippines: Freedom Now Condemns Cumpio and Domequil Conviction
Freedom Now strongly condemns the conviction of journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio and human rights defender Marielle Domequil who were sentenced to 12-18 years in prison on charges of financing terrorism.
Philippines: Freedom Now Statement Before Cumpio and Domequil Verdict
On January 22, 2026, the Tacloban Regional Court will deliver its verdict on two charges brought against Filipina journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio and her co-defendant, human rights defender Marielle Domequil.
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