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#911

Pentagon to appeal ruling that plea bargain of alleged 9/11 mastermind is valid

The Pentagon plans to appeal a military judge's ruling that upheld plea agreements for three defendants in the 9/11 case.

US military court clears way for possible plea deals for 9/11 suspects

The Pentagon chief's effort to dismiss plea deals for 9/11 suspects was denied, reflecting legal complexities related to allegations of torture.

Plea deal for KSM & other 9/11 terrorists is a final Biden 'Screw you!' to America

The Biden administration's handling of plea deals for 9/11 masterminds raises concerns over justice and national security.

Pentagon to appeal ruling that plea bargain of alleged 9/11 mastermind is valid

The Pentagon plans to appeal a military judge's ruling that upheld plea agreements for three defendants in the 9/11 case.

US military court clears way for possible plea deals for 9/11 suspects

The Pentagon chief's effort to dismiss plea deals for 9/11 suspects was denied, reflecting legal complexities related to allegations of torture.

Plea deal for KSM & other 9/11 terrorists is a final Biden 'Screw you!' to America

The Biden administration's handling of plea deals for 9/11 masterminds raises concerns over justice and national security.
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#plea-deals

9/11 terrorists to be spared death penalty after judge shoots down Pentagon's bid to nix plea deals

The military appeals court upheld plea deals for the 9/11 terrorists, despite Defense Secretary Austin's efforts to nullify them.

Pentagon Appeals Court Upholds Plea Deals in Sept. 11 Case

The Pentagon appeals panel's ruling validates plea deals in the Sept. 11 case, facilitating upcoming guilty plea hearings.

9/11 terrorists to be spared death penalty after judge shoots down Pentagon's bid to nix plea deals

The military appeals court upheld plea deals for the 9/11 terrorists, despite Defense Secretary Austin's efforts to nullify them.

Pentagon Appeals Court Upholds Plea Deals in Sept. 11 Case

The Pentagon appeals panel's ruling validates plea deals in the Sept. 11 case, facilitating upcoming guilty plea hearings.
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#human-rights

Russia Sentences 2 Soldiers Over Killing of Ukrainian Family

Two Russian soldiers received life sentences for murdering a family of nine in occupied Ukraine, marking a rare prosecution for war crimes.
This case highlights the ongoing issues of atrocities committed by Russian forces in Ukraine and the international response.

Syria: Former justice who sent 'thousands' to death arrested DW 12/27/2024

Mohammed Kanjo Hassan, a military official, was arrested after being linked to thousands of death sentences during Syria's civil war.

Russia Sentences 2 Soldiers Over Killing of Ukrainian Family

Two Russian soldiers received life sentences for murdering a family of nine in occupied Ukraine, marking a rare prosecution for war crimes.
This case highlights the ongoing issues of atrocities committed by Russian forces in Ukraine and the international response.

Syria: Former justice who sent 'thousands' to death arrested DW 12/27/2024

Mohammed Kanjo Hassan, a military official, was arrested after being linked to thousands of death sentences during Syria's civil war.
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Pakistani Military Courts Sentence 25 People For 2023 Unrest

Pakistani military courts sentenced 25 individuals to 2 to 10 years for May 2023 military facility attacks following Imran Khan's arrest.

Pete Hegseth's Guard Left the Army After the Beating of a Civilian

Hegseth's choice of escort reveals his ongoing support for soldiers with troubled backgrounds and criticism of military leadership.

US army officer found guilty of sexual harassment in historic military justice case

The case marks a significant step in military justice against sexual harassment by a commanding officer.
#guantanamo-bay

Plea Deals for Accused 9/11 Plotters Are Valid, Judge Rules

Military judge affirmed plea agreements in the Sept. 11 case, potentially leading to life sentences instead of death for the accused.

9/11 plea deals can proceed despite Pentagon intervention, judge says

The Pentagon faces complications regarding plea deals with 9/11 defendants after a judge ruled the agreements must remain valid.

Guantanamo Hearing Cut Short by Crisis on Defense Team in U.S.S. Cole Case

The U.S.S. Cole bombing defense team faces leadership challenges with the early retirement of the lead lawyer, jeopardizing the trial scheduled for 2025.

Plea Deals for Accused 9/11 Plotters Are Valid, Judge Rules

Military judge affirmed plea agreements in the Sept. 11 case, potentially leading to life sentences instead of death for the accused.

9/11 plea deals can proceed despite Pentagon intervention, judge says

The Pentagon faces complications regarding plea deals with 9/11 defendants after a judge ruled the agreements must remain valid.

Guantanamo Hearing Cut Short by Crisis on Defense Team in U.S.S. Cole Case

The U.S.S. Cole bombing defense team faces leadership challenges with the early retirement of the lead lawyer, jeopardizing the trial scheduled for 2025.
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US reinstates plea deals for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, other 9/11 suspects

The military judge ruled Defense Secretary Austin lacked authority to rescind plea agreements of accused 9/11 plotters, affirming the validity of their deals.
#us-army

US army soldier charged with murder of female sergeant found dead in trash bin

A US Army soldier has been charged with murder in the death of fellow soldier Sgt Sarah Roque, the third Hispanic female soldier murdered since 2020.

US soldier who fled to North Korea to admit desertion as part of plea deal

Travis King will plead guilty to desertion and assault; nine other charges will be dismissed as part of his plea agreement.

U.S. Soldier Pleads Guilty to Desertion After Fleeing Into North Korea

Pvt. Travis King pleaded guilty to desertion and was sentenced to 12 months confinement and dishonorable discharge.

US army soldier charged with murder of female sergeant found dead in trash bin

A US Army soldier has been charged with murder in the death of fellow soldier Sgt Sarah Roque, the third Hispanic female soldier murdered since 2020.

US soldier who fled to North Korea to admit desertion as part of plea deal

Travis King will plead guilty to desertion and assault; nine other charges will be dismissed as part of his plea agreement.

U.S. Soldier Pleads Guilty to Desertion After Fleeing Into North Korea

Pvt. Travis King pleaded guilty to desertion and was sentenced to 12 months confinement and dishonorable discharge.
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#lgbtq-rights

'Righting a historic wrong,' Biden will pardon U.S. veterans convicted of having gay sex

President Joe Biden pardoned former service members convicted under a military ban on consensual gay sex, aiming to right a historical wrong and restore lost benefits.

Years after DADT's end, class action lawsuit seek to restore benefits for thousands of discharged military

Hayden Powell seeks justice for military members discharged during the 'don't ask, don't tell' policy, potentially impacting thousands of similar cases.

'Righting a historic wrong,' Biden will pardon U.S. veterans convicted of having gay sex

President Joe Biden pardoned former service members convicted under a military ban on consensual gay sex, aiming to right a historical wrong and restore lost benefits.

Years after DADT's end, class action lawsuit seek to restore benefits for thousands of discharged military

Hayden Powell seeks justice for military members discharged during the 'don't ask, don't tell' policy, potentially impacting thousands of similar cases.
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Travis King, US soldier who fled to North Korea, sentenced for desertion

Travis King has been released from confinement for good behaviour after pleading guilty to five charges, including desertion and assault.

The Failures of the Military-Justice System

The military justice system rarely punishes perpetrators of possible American war crimes, as revealed by a comprehensive new database.

A soldier abused young girls. The Army could have stopped him, lawsuit alleges.

The lawsuit alleges the Army failed to investigate a soldier accused of sexually assaulting minors, leading to further victimization.
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