Breaking News: Canadian Alleges "Psychological Torture" in Chinese Jail
A Canadian citizen has made a shocking claim, alleging that he was subjected to "psychological torture" while being held in a Chinese jail. The news has sent shockwaves around the world, sparking concerns about human rights abuses in China.
According to the BBC, the Canadian national, named Michael Kovrig, was detained in China in December 2018, just days after Canadian authorities arrested a top Chinese tech executive, Meng Wanzhou, on behalf of the United States.
Kovrig, a diplomat and a senior advisor to the Canadian embassy in Beijing, was accused of "endangering national security" by Chinese authorities. However, his family and the Canadian government have always maintained that his detention was arbitrary and politically motivated.
In a statement, Kovrig’s family said that he had been subjected to "psychological torture" during his imprisonment, including being kept in solitary confinement, denied access to medical care, and subjected to constant surveillance.
The allegations have sparked outrage among human rights groups and governments around the world. The Canadian government has demanded Kovrig’s immediate release, while the United States has also called for his freedom.
China has denied any wrongdoing, saying that Kovrig was detained for "engaging in activities that endangered China’s national security".
The case has highlighted the tensions between Canada and China, which have been escalating in recent months. The arrest of Meng Wanzhou, the chief financial officer of Chinese tech giant Huawei, has sparked a diplomatic crisis between the two nations.
As the situation continues to unfold, we will bring you updates as more information becomes available.
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