Global and Egyptian NGOs reported to the UN Committee Against Torture, asserting that torture in Egypt is widespread and systematic. This, they say, amounts to international crimes against humanity. Methods include beatings, electric shocks, and sexual violence. The report comes from Redress NGO, along with EIPR and ECRF. Next week, the Committee will review Egypt’s […]
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