Saturday, 20, April, 2024

Davlatnazar Ruzmetov, a columnist at Khorezm province’s Jamiyat (transl. Society) newspaper, was arrested today. His relatives told they didn’t know reasons behind his arrest and the charges he is facing.

Known for his stories against forced labor in cotton fields, Davlatnazar Ruzmetov was sentenced to seven days in prison on assault charges in October last year.

The journalist later said he was punished for his professional activities.

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