Pakistani Court Sentences Two Human Rights Lawyers to 10 Years Under Anti-Terrorism Law
Summary
A Pakistani court has sentenced human rights lawyers Iman Zainab Mazari-Hajir and Hadi Ali Chattha to 10 years in prison under anti-terrorism law over the removal of security barriers during the England cricket team’s visit. The case has drawn condemnation from Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International.
Key Points
- A Pakistani court sentenced lawyers Iman Zainab Mazari-Hajir and Hadi Ali Chattha to 10 years in prison under anti-terrorism law.
- They were accused of removing security barriers during the visit of the England cricket team and denied the charges, saying they were being targeted for their human rights work.
- The court cited a judge’s finding that their actions created a sense of terror among the accused.
- Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International condemned the case and called for their release.
