Kyrgyz Activists in Jail Call for Medical Examinations Amid TB Concerns
Eight jailed Kyrgyz activists and politicians who are on trial for protesting a Kyrgyz-Uzbek border deal have raised concerns about their health while in detention. The group issued a statement on May 28 urging authorities to organize immediate medical checkups for them after at least two inmates in their detention center were diagnosed with tuberculosis.
The activists and politicians have been detained since last year for their involvement in protests against the border deal, which they believe is detrimental to Kyrgyzstan’s national interests. They have been vocal in their criticism of the government’s handling of the deal and have called for its renegotiation.
The detainees are now worried about their health and wellbeing after learning that tuberculosis has been detected among inmates at the detention center. They are concerned about the risk of contracting the disease themselves and are calling on authorities to take action to ensure their safety.
It is vital that the authorities address these concerns promptly and provide the necessary medical attention to the detainees. As they await the outcome of their trial, the health and well-being of these individuals must be prioritized to ensure they are treated fairly and humanely.
