Eastern Libya executes 10 convicted on terrorism charges, sparking rights outcry
Authorities in eastern Libya executed 10 individuals convicted by military courts of terrorism-related charges, sparking international condemnation. The executions, carried out by firing squad, followed lengthy legal proceedings. The individuals were accused of various crimes, including joining terrorist groups and assassinating military personnel and civilians.
The Libyan National Army, led by General Khalifa Hifter, oversees the military courts in eastern Libya. The victims' families were notified to collect their remains from a hospital in Benghazi. Human rights organizations have criticized the trials, contending that military tribunals for civilians raise concerns about jurisdiction, judicial independence, and fair trial guarantees. They have called for an investigation into the executions and the legal procedures involved.
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