18 Worst Countries Violating Human Rights in 2017

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10. Democratic Republic of Congo

In 2016 political violence and government repression intensified in this country. In Eastern Congo, armed groups and government security forces attacked civilians. Moreover, Government banned opposition demonstrations, fired teargas and live bullets at peaceful protesters. They also silenced the media. Opposition leaders have been arrested as well.

18 Worst Countries Violating Human Rights in 2017

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