Many Uyghur historians assert that the Uyghurs are the original inhabitants of Xinjiang, with claims of history spanning at least 4,000 years. Among them is Muslim leader Muhemmed Imin Bughra, who wrote in “A History of East Turkestan” that the group, with respect to Turkic aspects, has been around for 9,000 years.
To date, it is believed that over a million Uyghurs have been detained in massive camps referred to as “re-education centers.” Inside, they are subjected to round-the-clock surveillance, ideological education and behavioral correction.
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