Kazakhstan Jails Activists for Xinjiang Protest

Kazakhstan convicts 19 activists for protesting Chinas Xinjiang policies, marking a significant crackdown on critics and highlighting the prioritization of ties with Beijing. The activists, who burned Chinese flags and demanded the release of a detained citizen, received prison terms and movement restrictions. Human Rights Watch describes the move as unprecedented, showcasing Kazakhstans willingness to curb freedoms for Chinas satisfaction. The region has been under tight control since Chinas 2017 sweep, targeting Muslim groups with camps and restrictions. Chinas foreign ministry praised the sentences, emphasizing the impact of economic bonds on regional rights. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1f4e44f06e3b157b