"makes an important point, i.e., that states can persecute religious majorities, not only religious minorities. It claims such is the case in Turkmenistan, where the government is engaged in a harsh “repression of Muslims who deviate from the state’s preferred interpretation of Islam.” One problem is that what this interpretation is, is unclear. …Turkmenistan punishes both the Muslims who are not religious enough and those who are too religious, but finding a logic in the behavior of officials and the police, often dictated by the bribes they receive, is difficult. …[A]ll believers whose freedom of religion is violated in Turkmenistan should feel supported by the international community."
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Massimo Introvigne, "Turkmenistan: Religious Liberty and Political Games", Bitter Winter (March 30, 2024)
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