In Uzbekistan, religious freedoms ‘not recognised in law and practice’, says UN special rapporteur
World Watch Monitor Law changes and a strong political will are needed if Uzbeks are to freely practise their faith, according to the UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom or Religion or Belief. Ahmed Shaheed presented his findings on 2nd March to the Human Rights Council as it meets for its 37th session in Geneva, Switzerland, […]
Uzbekistan releases jailed Christian convert after six years
World Watch Monitor Uzbek authorities have released a Christian convert six years into his 10 year jail sentence. Tohar Haydarov, 33, was released on parole on 8th November after serving six years and 10 months of his prison term. A judge had ruled he was eligible for parole the previous day. Haydarov has returned to […]