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By Trend News Line 2024-02-27 18:04:15.
96-Year-Old Uyghur Religious Leader Dies in Chinese Prison
Tragic news has emerged from China as it has been reported that a 96-year-old Uyghur religious leader, who was arrested in 2017, has passed away while in prison. The elderly man’s body was not turned over to his family by the authorities, adding to the distress of his loved ones.
The identity of the religious leader has not been disclosed, but his death raises serious concerns about the treatment of Uyghur individuals in Chinese detention facilities. The Uyghur community has been targeted by the Chinese government in recent years, with reports of mass detentions, human rights abuses, and cultural suppression.
At the time of this reporting, the cause of the religious leader’s death remains unknown. The lack of transparency surrounding his passing is troubling, as it raises questions about the conditions in which he was held and the medical care he received while in custody.
Human rights organizations around the world have condemned China’s treatment of the Uyghur population and have called for an independent investigation into the situation. The United Nations, as well as several governments, have urged China to allow international observers access to the region to assess the human rights situation and ensure the well-being of detained individuals.
The death of the 96-year-old Uyghur religious leader serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing human rights abuses faced by the Uyghur community in China. It highlights the urgent need for accountability and justice for those who have been unjustly detained and mistreated.
As the world continues to monitor the situation in China, it is essential for the international community to stand in solidarity with the Uyghur people and demand justice for those who have suffered at the hands of the Chinese government. Only through collective action and advocacy can we hope to bring an end to the injustices faced by the Uyghur community and ensure that their rights and dignity are respected.
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Source : @ArushaMengi
A 96-year-old Uyghur religious leader who was arrested in 2017 has died in prison, and authorities did not turn his body over to his family.https://t.co/g1nqmMcQze
— Arusha Mengi (@ArushaMengi) February 27, 2024
96-year-old Uyghur religious leader, arrested in 2017, died in prison, authorities did not turn his body over to his family.