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July 27, 2020

Protesters in Honduras Demand Release of Garífuna Land Defenders and End to State Persecution
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In Honduras, protests continue demanding the return of five Garífuna
land defenders who were kidnapped last week in the northern coastal town
of Triunfo de la Cruz. On Saturday, police reportedly began shooting at
a crowd of protesters. Garífuna leaders believe the Honduran police and
military are involved in the disappearance. This is Miriam Miranda, a
Garífuna leader with the group Black Fraternal Organization of Honduras,
speaking from her home in Honduras Sunday.

Miriam Miranda: "What happened eight days ago today is the reflection of
a systemic persecution and systemic repression, but also a well-crafted
plan on behalf of the Honduran state to exterminate the Garífuna
community."



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