A 2005 prison break in Uzbekistan triggered a tragic confrontation that shocked the world
A 2005 prison break in Andijan, Uzbekistan, escalated into a violent government crackdown that resulted in hundreds of deaths and drew sharp condemnation from the international community.
In May 2005, an armed group stormed a prison in Andijan to release local businessmen, sparking a massive public protest against the government. As thousands gathered in the town square, Uzbek security forces opened fire on the crowd.
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