The Political Persecution of Narek Malyan | Ep 402 - Dec 27, 2024 [EP402]

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Guest:

• Narek Malyan

Topics:

• Arrest, one year in prison
• Pre-trial detention as punishment
• Selective “justice” against opposition members
• The silence of the West

Episode 402 | Recorded: November 7, 2024

Show Notes

In this episode of Conversations on Groong, we speak with Narek Malyan, an author, activist, and former political prisoner. Malyan shares his experiences during a year-long imprisonment, sheds light on the increasing use of pretrial detention as a political weapon in Armenia, and critiques the role of Western embassies in enabling government abuses. This insightful conversation delves into the implications of political repression and the erosion of human rights in Armenia.

Topics Covered

• Political repression in Armenia post-2018
• The misuse of pretrial detention as a tool against political dissent
• Double standards in international human rights advocacy
• Western embassies’ influence on Armenia’s political landscape
• Narek Malyan’s personal account of imprisonment and release

Key Questions Discussed

1. What are the personal and societal impacts of political persecution in Armenia?
2. How has pretrial detention been weaponized against government critics?
3. What role do Western embassies and human rights organizations play in Armenia’s political system?
4. How can Armenia’s justice system be reformed to prevent abuses of power?

Links Referenced During the Show

• Episode 343 - Discussion on pretrial detention in Armenia
• Episode 383 - Armenian-language version of this interview
• Groong Link Tree

Wrap-up

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