UN Expresses Concern Over Rejected Appeal of Cambodian Opposition Leader Kem Sokha
The UN Human Rights Office (OHCHR) has expressed deep concern following the rejection of an appeal by Cambodian opposition leader Kem Sokha. Sokha was convicted of treason in March 2023 and sentenced to 27 years of house arrest. OHCHR states that the verdict was politically motivated and failed to meet international standards for a fair trial.
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