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Writers Demand Proof of Life for Detained Eritrean Authors

Updated 2026-09-18 08:55 UTC 2 sources Negative

More than 180 writers have signed a letter to Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki, demanding proof of life for 12 authors arrested in 2001. The call comes amid concerns over the safety and well-being of these prominent literary figures.

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The Guardian
More than 180 writers sign letter renewing calls for information on 12 authors detained incommunicado since 2001 crackdown on free speech by Isaias AfwerkiMore than 180 writers have signed a letter to Eritrean president Isaias Afwerki calling for proof of life for 12 writers arrested in 20
2026-09-18 08:30 UTC
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