Chad's Controversial Amnesty: Police Exonerated for Protestor Deaths

Chad's military-led government has granted amnesty to security forces responsible for killing at least 50 opposition protestors during protests against interim President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno's extended rule. Human rights groups estimate the death toll to be over 300, with over 600 people arrested and sentenced in mass trials. The amnesty, part of a deal for national reconciliation, has been criticized by some opposition members as an attempt to evade justice. Victims are being encouraged to seek redress at international levels. Chad's government has promised to announce a date for free elections in December and transition to civilian rule.