International Crimes Tribunal orders appearance of three journalists over July uprising atrocities
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The International Crimes Tribunal-2 has ordered the appearance of three prominent journalists in connection with a case involving crimes against humanity committed during the July mass uprising. The tribunal issued the directive on Monday, mandating that the individuals be produced before the court on August 24.
The three journalists named in the order are Shyamal Dutta, Mozammel Babu, and Farzana Rupa. Shyamal Dutta is the editor of the newspaper Bhorer Kagoj and the former general secretary of the National Press Club. Mozammel Babu is the founder and former editor-in-chief of Ekattor Television, while Farzana Rupa served as the channel’s former chief reporter and news presenter.
The state prosecution has accused the three journalists of inciting violence during the July uprising. Mozammel Babu and Farzana Rupa are currently in custody in relation to an existing case involving crimes against humanity. Shyamal Dutta is also currently detained in connection with a separate case.
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