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"en.20060213.10.1-050"2
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"Mr President, I should like to draw attention to the fate of Anton Kuzniecov, a Russian citizen who came to Poland from Russia over 10 years ago and applied for political asylum. Mr Kuzniecov left Russia when he was called up for military service. He did so because of the persecution he had to endure on account of being a homosexual and a human rights activist. The Polish authorities are refusing to grant him political asylum and intend to deport him to Russia.
Reports by organisations committed to the defence of human rights, such as the Council of Europe, confirm that homosexuals are subjected to repression in Russia. If he is returned to Russia, Mr Kuzniecov will have to do his military service along with criminals in a penal battalion.
believes that if this were to happen, Mr Kuzniecov’s life could be at risk, as he is a homosexual. At present, Mr Kuzniecov is subject to humiliation and persecution in Poland, and is being treated insensitively by officials. What is worse, he is liable to be immediately deported at any time.
Mr Kuzniecow wishes to start a new life in freedom where his rights will be respected. In his eyes, the European Union still stands for human rights and a dignified existence. The European Parliament cannot remain indifferent to his situation."@en1
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