Parliament of Uzbekistan approves introduction of state of emergency in Karakalpakstan

The Parliament of Uzbekistan approved the decree of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on the implementation of the state of emergency in the Autonomous Republic of Karakalpakstan, Report informs, citing the press service of the parliament.

Uzbekistan on Saturday announced a month-long state of emergency in the protest-hit autonomous region of Karakalpakstan. The decree was signed by President after demonstrations concerning the government's proposed constitutional amendments over the region's autonomous status. According to the official order, the state of emergency will run from July 3 to Aug. 2. The decree limits entry and exit from the province, and all public events are prohibited. It also introduces temporary restrictions for the protection of public order, such as restricting entry of vehicles and searches on individuals, etc.