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politics6 months ago

Uganda's Museveni Announces Bid for Seventh Term, Extending Nearly 40 Years in Power

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, in power for nearly 40 years, has announced his intention to run for re-election, aiming to transform Uganda's economy from $66bn to $500bn in five years, amid concerns over constitutional changes, suppression of dissent, and recent laws allowing military courts to try civilians. Opposition leader Bobi Wine plans to contest as well, amidst rising tensions and allegations of electoral and judicial manipulation.

via Al Jazeera|
#bobi-wine#military-courts#museveni
human-rights2 years ago

Israel's Detention of Palestinian Prisoners: A Costly and Controversial Reality

Israel holds thousands of Palestinian prisoners, many of whom are subjected to abuse and held without charge or trial under a process known as administrative detention. The majority of these prisoners, including children, are tried in military courts where they are often deprived of defense lawyers and due process. Israel's military judicial system in the occupied territories has been criticized for its discriminatory practices, creating a two-tier legal system. Palestinian prisoners have reported beatings, torture, and restricted access to basic necessities in Israeli prisons. Children are also subjected to abuse, with a high percentage experiencing beatings, strip-searches, and injuries during their arrests.

via Al Jazeera English|
#administrative-detention#human-rights#human-rights-abuses
military2 years ago

"Pakistan Army Takes Unprecedented Action Against Officers Involved in May Protests"

The Pakistani military has dismissed three officers, including a lieutenant general, and concluded disciplinary proceedings against 15 officers, including three major generals and seven brigadiers, over the May 9 riots. The military spokesperson did not disclose the names of the officers involved. The military courts are currently trying 102 individuals in connection with the violence. The military claims that the riots were orchestrated by "masterminds and planners" who sought to exploit the situation for their own political interests. The military emphasized the need for justice and warned against the repetition of such violent episodes.

via DAWN.com|
#army#disciplinary-proceedings#may-9-riots
military2 years ago

Military Officials Fired Over May 9 Riots: DG ISPR

Three Pakistan Army officers, including a lieutenant general, have been sacked after the May 9 riots, according to Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Major General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry. The DG ISPR also revealed that disciplinary actions were taken against 15 other officers, including a major general, following an internal accountability process. The May 9 incident was planned and manipulated through negative narratives, and the armed forces will continue to render sacrifices for defending the soil, said the spokesperson of the military’s media wing.

via ARY NEWS|
#human-rights-violations#internal-accountability#may-9-riots
politics2 years ago

Imran Khan accuses Pakistani military of attempting to destroy his party.

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has accused the country's military and intelligence agency of openly trying to destroy his political party, saying he had "no doubt" he would be tried in a military court and thrown in jail. Khan has hinted previously at the military's hand in a crackdown on his Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party but his comments in an interview at his Lahore home on Saturday night were the most blunt yet. Authorities have begun the process of trying dozens of people, including members of his party, suspected of involvement in the protests in military court - usually reserved for service members or those categorised as enemies of the state.

via Reuters|
#crackdown#imran-khan#military
politics2 years ago

Imran Khan's Party Leaders Face Army Crackdown and Forced Resignations

Pakistan's defence minister has defended the government's decision to try civilians in military courts, calling their alleged attacks on military installations during recent protests an "act of rebellion against the state". Thousands of Khan's supporters, angry over the arrest of Pakistan's main opposition leader, took to the streets on May 9 and May 10. Several military buildings and installations were attacked, some set on fire, as clashes with the security forces led to at least 10 deaths. While Khan's party says more than 10,000 people have been arrested and jailed as part of an unprecedented crackdown, the government says it has arrested more than 4,000 people involved in rioting and vandalism by using surveillance technology to track them.

via Al Jazeera English|
#human-rights#imran-khan#military-courts
politics2 years ago

Tense standoff as Pakistani police besiege Imran Khan's home.

Pakistani police have surrounded the home of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, demanding he hand over suspects allegedly sheltered inside. The suspects are wanted in violent protests over Khan's recent detention. The siege and demand for the suspects have angered Khan's followers and raised fears of renewed clashes between them and security forces. Pakistani authorities have said they would prosecute civilians involved in recent anti-government protests in military courts, drawing criticism from Amnesty International and the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan.

via The Associated Press|
#anti-government-protests#imran-khan#military-courts
politics2 years ago

Police Surround Ex-PM Imran Khan's Home in Lahore Amid Riot Suspect Claims

Pakistani police have surrounded the home of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, claiming he is sheltering dozens of people allegedly involved in violent protests over his recent detention. Khan's supporters had attacked public property and military installations after he was dragged out of a courtroom and detained. The police deployment is likely to anger Khan's followers and raises concerns about more clashes between them and the security forces. Pakistani authorities have said they would prosecute civilians involved in recent anti-government protests in military courts, a move criticized by Amnesty International and the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan.

via NBC News|
#imran-khan#military-courts#pakistan
politics2 years ago

Police surround Imran Khan's home, sparking fears of re-arrest.

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan said police had surrounded his house and that he expected to be rearrested soon, after the government warned him to hand over supporters who it blamed for attacks on the army. Khan was arrested on May 9 on graft allegations, which he denies, triggering a wave of violence that has deepened political instability in the country. The government accused him of sheltering aides and supporters wanted over the attacks following his arrest, and warned he had 24 hours to hand them over or face a police operation.

via Reuters|
#arrest#imran-khan#military-courts