Uzbekistan - Predator of press freedom holds on to power

Reporters without borders

President Islam Karimov did not even bother to amend the constitution, which limits him to two terms. After yesterday's sham election, he is preparing to begin his fourth term without batting an eye. Uzbekistan faces many uncertainties but one thing is sure – this 77-year-old “predator of press freedom” will continue censoring and ruling with an iron hand until he breathes his last. “The day will come when our citizens will enjoy complete freedom, all civil liberties and above all press (...)

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