Guantánamo

Legal Advocate Urges Guantanamo Judge to Disclose 9/11 Suspects’ Plea Agreement Details

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Guantanamo Bay, Cuba – A legal representative for several media companies recently argued before a Guantanamo military judge for the disclosure of a plea agreement involving the alleged perpetrators of the September 11 attacks. The case, which has drawn intense public interest, remains shrouded in secrecy despite its profound implications for both national security and journalistic openness. The attorney emphasized the right of the public to access crucial legal documents, asserting that transparency is fundamental to the principles of justice. The plea deal in question involves five detainees at Guantanamo Bay, who are accused of … Read more

Push for Transparency: Legal Battle Erupts Over Sealed 9/11 Mastermind Plea Deal at Guantanamo

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FORT MEADE, Md. — A military commission at Guantanamo Bay faces intense scrutiny over its decision to keep a plea agreement sealed involving Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the alleged mastermind behind the September 11, 2001 attacks, and two other defendants. Legal representatives for various national news entities have argued that the public deserves access to the details of the agreement, citing a significant public interest due to the case’s profound and ongoing impact on American society and its legal landscape. This latest controversy arises from an August plea deal that would potentially have removed the threat … Read more

Seeking Insights from Guantánamo Bay War Crimes Jury Members: Share Your Experience

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Guantánamo Bay, Cuba – In a unique and historical initiative, authorities are seeking out former jurors who have served in war crimes trials at Guantánamo Bay. The purpose of this outreach is to gather firsthand accounts and insights into the often controversial and high-profile judicial proceedings conducted at the U.S. naval base. This effort underscores a broader movement to document and evaluate the legacy of the trials, which have garnered significant international attention and criticism. Guantánamo Bay has been synonymous with military tribunals since it was designated by the U.S. government as a detention center … Read more