Craig Murray

British diplomat and author

Craig Murray - British diplomat and author
Born

October 17th, 1958
66 years ago

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United Kingdom

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Served as the British ambassador to Uzbekistan from 2002 to 2004. Disclosed details about torture conducted by the Uzbek government. Resigned in protest against the UK's foreign policy and involvement in torture practices. Became a prominent commentator and author on issues of human rights and government transparency.

Served as ambassador to Uzbekistan

Publicized human rights abuses

Authored books on political issues

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