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<p>The UK is seriously concerned about the challenging human rights situation in Zimbabwe.
It remains one of the UK's 30 Human Rights Priority Countries globally. I spoke to
the Zimbabwean Foreign Minister on 8 June and expressed my deep concern regarding
recent reports of the abduction and torture of three female opposition activists,
including a Member of Parliament. I urged the Foreign Minister to ensure the Government
of Zimbabwe makes concrete progress on human rights, including investigations into
violations.</p><p>It is vital that the Zimbabwean authorities adhere to their international
human rights obligations and respect their Constitution, which prohibits enforced
disappearances and cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment. The UK will continue to
monitor developments in Zimbabwe closely and call for the Government of Zimbabwe to
uphold the rule of law and respect human rights.</p>
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