Protest over Khmer Rouge land dispute

About 80 villagers calling for the release of two former Khmer Rouge soldiers allegedly arrested for illegally occupying land in Malai district rallied outside Banteay Meanchey Provincial Hall, locals and rights group Adhoc said yesterday. Community representatives Ly Khley and Hoeun Vy were detained on Tuesday for allegedly leading nearly 80 families to reoccupy territory they claim was distributed by the government in early March, said Van Phin, the wife of Khley. …

Chhay Channyda
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