POLITICS | 10:30 / 06.07.2022
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US supports territorial integrity of Uzbekistan

The United States expressed its concern over the recent events in Karakalpakstan and urged all parties to seek a peaceful resolution to these tensions and refrain from violence.

ā€œWe express our condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. We also extend our sympathies to those who were injured.

We support Uzbekistanā€™s efforts to implement democratic reforms. We call on the authorities to protect all fundamental rights, including peaceful assembly and expression, in line with Uzbekistanā€™s international obligations and commitments.

We urge authorities to pursue a full, credible, and transparent investigation into the violence, consistent with international norms and best practices. The United States maintains its long-standing support for Uzbekistanā€™s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity,ā€ the US Department of State said in a statement.

Earlier Russia, China, EU, Turkey, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and other countries expressed their support for the territorial integrity of Uzbekistan.

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