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<p>We have long held concerns about the human rights situation in Chechnya, in particular
the hostile environment for members of the LGBT community. We assess the situation
to have deteriorated significantly in 2017, and remain deeply concerned by the continued
detention, torture and murder of LGBT people. Statements attributed to the authorities
in Chechnya, implying that such treatment towards LGBT people is acceptable, are particularly
abhorrent and could incite further violence against LGBT persons.</p>
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