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Crucial Milestone Reached as Tribunal Approves Measures Against Russian Aggression

Ukraine and the Council of Europe have recently formalized their commitment to establishing a special tribunal aimed at holding senior Russian officials accountable for the crime of aggression against Ukraine. This pivotal agreement was signed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Council of Europe Secretary General Alain Berset in Strasbourg, France. President Zelensky expressed the significance of this endeavor, stating, "This is truly a very important step. Every war criminal must know there will be justice, and…

Sahel Nations Set to Create a Regional Justice Tribunal

The Alliance of Sahel States, which includes Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso, has enacted a bold vision for regional justice. They recently unveiled plans to establish a Sahelian Criminal and Human Rights Court aimed at prosecuting offenses that transcend their borders. This initiative not only seeks to unify the legal frameworks of these three nations but also aspires to foster "an area of peace, security, and sustainable development." It’s a remarkable ambition, don’t you think? In articulating this goal, these nations are…

Somali Military Tribunal Convicts Al-Shabaab Members for Mogadishu Assaults

Mogadishu (AX) — In a significant step towards enhancing security and stability, the Somali military court delivered a resounding message on Saturday by sentencing five individuals for their affiliation with Al-Shabaab and their involvement in orchestrating a series of assassination plots and bombings within the heart of Mogadishu. The proceedings took place at the First Instance Court of the Armed Forces, where the weight of justice was borne on the shoulders of these convicted men. The convictions were rooted in…

North Western State of Somalia Military Tribunal Issues Death Penalty to Tuk-Tuk Operator for Slaying Security Official

The Weight of Justice: Navigating Accountability in North Western State of Somalia In the quiet town of Gabiley, North Western State of Somalia, a landmark decision by the military court reverberates through the community. Recently, Salah Isaaq, a local rickshaw driver, was sentenced to death by a First-Degree Military Court. His crime? The fatal shooting of Buuh Mowlid Ismail, an officer belonging to North Western State of Somalia’s Road Transport Forces, following a heated…

Rising Demand Among Liberians for a War and Economic Crimes Tribunal, According to New Survey

Recent findings emerging from a survey spearheaded by Afrobarometer in collaboration with local partners present compelling insights into public sentiment toward the judicial system in Liberia. The data reveals a notable rise in support for the court system, especially since the establishment of the Office for War and Economic Crimes by President Joseph Boakai. This favorable shift is particularly striking when juxtaposed with sentiments recorded in 2022. What might be driving this renewed faith in the judiciary? As we…

Somali Military Tribunal Executes Trio Found Guilty of Homicides in Baidoa

Could justice really be tangible, a force acting in real-time rather than a theoretical construct? In the heart of Somalia's Bay region, this question found an answer in the rapid administration of justice on a recent gripping occasion. The gritty streets of Baidoa witnessed a somber yet decisive chapter as a military court enforced the law in a bold and unyielding manner. Over the course of two consecutive days, three men met the ultimate penalty for their heinous acts against innocent civilians—an…

Somali Military Tribunal Frees Young Al-Shabaab Pair, Endorses Their Marriage

MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a courtroom that has seen countless narratives of defiance and redemption, a unique tale unfolded as Somalia's Military Court made the unusual decision to release a young couple once linked to the Al-Shabaab insurgency. This compelling saga illustrates the nation's nuanced approach to reformation and reconciliation among defectors, capturing widespread interest and debate among Somalis. Consider the story of Hafso Mohamed Moalim—a woman who, along with several other young women, was…

Jubbaland Military Tribunal Commences Proceedings Against Officer Alleged to Have Collaborated with Al-Shabaab

Kismayo (AX) – In a story that continues to captivate both local residents and international observers, the Jubbaland military tribunal opened its doors on a tension-laden Monday morning to initiate legal proceedings against one Mukhtar Abdi Adan, famously known as Hoobiye. A man once trusted as an officer in the Jubbaland Armed Forces, Hoobiye now stands accused of conspiring with one of the most feared battlefront entities of our time—Al-Shabaab. The gravity of his alleged betrayal introduces a dramatic twist to this…

Somali Military Tribunal Imposes Five to Ten-Year Sentences for Roadway Theft

In the heat of Beledweyne’s bustling streets, under the watchful eyes of locals, a defining moment unfolded in a tale as old as time—justice seeking its course against the tide of lawlessness. A Somali Military Court, in a move that sends ripples across the Hiiraan region, handed down 10-year prison sentences to five men on Thursday. Their crime? Brazenly running illicit roadblocks and robbing innocent travelers on a critical highway—a lifeline in this part of the world. These men, apprehended by the vigilant forces of the…

Uganda’s Kizza Besigye ‘abducted’ in Kenya and brought before a military tribunal

The wife of a prominent opposition leader claims he was whisked away in Nairobi, now languishing in a jail cell in Kampala, and she's pleading for his swift release. Renowned Ugandan political agitator, Kizza Besigye, made an appearance at the Makindye General Court Martial in Kampala on a date that will likely stick in minds: November 20, 2024 , amidst assertions of his abduction from neighboring Kenya. Besigye, age 68 and once a practicing doctor, is a formidable critic of President Yoweri Museveni. He was brought to…

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