The United States is deeply concerned that Pakistani civilians have been sentenced by a military tribunal for their involvement in protests on May 9, 2023.
The convictions had previously also been criticized by the European Union and domestic human rights activists, raising concerns over judicial independence and due process.
We call on the Government of Pakistan to uphold its obligations under the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and respect the right to a fair trial.
Trying civilians in military courts lacks transparency, independent scrutiny and undermines the right to a fair trial, according to the Foreign Office in London.
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