Kadyr Atambaev alleges torture of Kazakh citizens at closed Bishkek trial
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Kadyr Atambaev, son of former President Almazbek Atambaev, alleged in Bishkek's Pervomaysky District Court on August 25 that Kazakh citizens were tortured in connection with the mass unrest case. The trial, involving young politicians from the Social Democrats party, continued behind closed doors.
Key Facts
- Kadyr Atambaev made the torture allegation during a hearing on August 25 in Bishkek's Pervomaysky District Court.
- The trial concerns the organization of mass unrest and involves young politicians from the Social Democrats party.
- Kadyr Atambaev is the son of former President Almazbek Atambaev.
Torture Allegation
Kadyr Atambaev claimed in court that Kazakh citizens were tortured in connection with the mass unrest case. The allegation was made during the August 25 hearing at Bishkek's Pervomaysky District Court. The court has not yet issued a ruling on the claim.
Closed Trial Proceedings
The trial in the mass unrest organization case continued behind closed doors on August 25. Defendants include young politicians from the Social Democrats party. Kadyr Atambaev is among those standing trial.
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Kadyr Atambaev alleges torture of Kazakh citizens at closed Bishkek trial
