China using families as 'hostages' to quash Uyghur dissent abroad
www.bbc.co.uk
Refugees and activists tell the BBC intimidation tactics are tearing apart Uyghur communities overseas.

This guy is the researcher cited: https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/seas/people/academic-staff/david-tobin

At first glance, he seems somewhat legit, but I’ve never heard of him before. What do we know about this guy, his research, and what’s the best way to understand these claims?

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.zip/post/863212

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.zip/post/863209

Archived version: https://archive.ph/5Ok1c
Archived version: https://web.archive.org/web/20230731013125/https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-66337328

  • @DamarcusArt
    21•10 months ago

    Well you see, China’s authoritarian regime has increased persecution of Uyghurs, we believe it could be as high as a 72% increase. They are being targeted by government affiliated agents, according to our anonymous source. Sadly, this is just another in a long line of China’s attempts to squash free speech in their country. After all, remember Tienanmen Square?! I rest my case. China bad.

    • SovereignState
      15•10 months ago

      Literally the bravest thing I’ve seen said today. 🫡 🇺🇲

      • 新星 [they/them/🏳️‍⚧️]English
        10•10 months ago

        🫡

        This is the bravest thing I’ve seen said today (admittedly, it’s 3:22 a.m.). This brave American is saluting even though half their face has been chopped off. (Apple emoji font for reference)