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3 people held for political reasons in Russia, Belarus, Georgia and Central Asia. Search by name, or filter by country, charge, arrest date and sentence.

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Murod Mukimzoda

Eight members of the 'Gulkhanfaruzon' group, including former court official Murod Mukimzoda, have been detained in Baljuvon. They are suspected of involvement in arson following the burning of Mukimzoda's room.

LAST UPDATED · OCT 7, 2026

Osif Sanavbarov

An 18-year-old man, Osif Sanavbarov, was sentenced to seven years in prison in the Khatlon region of Tajikistan for allegedly following the banned Salafi movement. His family denies the charges.

INTERNATIONAL ATTENTION

LAST UPDATED · SEP 10, 2026

Navruz Zafar

Navruz Zafar, a 29-year-old resident of Mukminobod, was sentenced to eight years in prison for killing his second wife and causing his first wife to commit suicide. The family claims the verdict was delivered in their absence.

LAST UPDATED · OCT 7, 2026

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