Zubko had been a leader among the Kiev refuseniks. As is the case with Zubko. several Kiev activists have been arrested and imprisoned under highly questionable circumstances in an effort to suppress the growing feeling of dissatisfaction toward the Soviet regime for its abuses of basic human liberties. In recent months. we have witnessed a sharp increase in the number of such arrests. while also noting a dramatic falloff in the emigration flow from the Soviet Union. Mr. Speaker. it is critically important that we continue to closely monitor this situation. while offering hope and support to those in need.
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