Eastern Libya executes 10 convicted on terrorism charges, sparking rights outcry
Summary
Authorities in eastern Libya executed 10 people after convicting them of terrorism-related crimes in military courts. The executions have led to criticism from human rights groups who question the fairness of the trials and the use of military courts for civilians.Key Facts
- Ten people were executed by firing squad in eastern Libya on terrorism charges.
- The executions were ordered by military courts controlled by the Libyan National Army under Gen. Khalifa Hifter.
- The convicted were accused of ties to terrorist groups and assassinations of soldiers and civilians.
- Local reports say the executions happened at Qarnada military prison, with families notified to collect bodies in Benghazi.
- Human rights groups say military trials of civilians may violate Libya's laws and international fair trial standards.
- Libya has been divided between rival governments in the east and west since 2011.
- Amnesty International and other groups have criticized Libya’s ongoing death penalty use and trial procedures.
- Libya continues to struggle with political instability and conflict backed by various domestic and foreign forces.
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