Outcry Over Italy’s Release of Libyan Policeman Accused of War Crimes
Migrants have criticized Italy for releasing a Libyan officer accused of war crimes, citing betrayal and fear. Arrested in Italy, Osama Elmasry Njeem was freed due to a procedural error. The incident has raised concerns over Italy’s reliance on Libyan security forces amid allegations of human rights abuses.
Italy's Meloni Under Probe for Releasing ICC-Wanted Libyan Officer
Meloni said that she was suspected by prosecutors of embezzlement and aiding and abetting a crime in connection with the case.
Italy’s Meloni under investigation over release of Libya war crimes suspect
Osama Elmasry Njeem was freed and sent home after being detained in Italy under an International Criminal Court arrest warrant Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Tuesday she had been placed under judicial investigation following a government decision to release a Libyan police officer wanted by the International Criminal Court.
Controversy Over Libyan Officer's Release: Italian PM Investigated
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is under judicial investigation after the surprise release of Osama Elmasry Njeem, a Libyan police officer wanted by the International Criminal Court. Meloni faces allegations of embezzlement and aiding a crime but stresses her resolve against intimidation.
Victims of Libyan War Crimes Suspect Express Dismay, Fear After Italy Frees Him
Migrants expressed their dismay and sense of betrayal on Wednesday over Italy's decision last week to release a Libyan policeman wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for war crimes and human rights abuses and allow him to return home.
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Italy Arrested a Libyan Wanted for Crimes Against Humanity. Then It Sent Him Home.
The warrant against the man, Osama Elmasry Njeem, said he was suspected of crimes against humanity and war crimes, including murder, torture, rape and sexual violence. But two days after the ...
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Italy defends deportation of Libyan war crimes suspect amid controversy
Italy has defended its decision to deport Libyan war crimes suspect Osama Elmasry Njeem, citing his 'social dangerousness.' Despite an ICC arrest warrant, Njeem was released by an Italian court ...
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Italy's Controversial Deportation: A Diplomatic Stalemate?
Italy swiftly repatriated Libyan Osama Elmasry Njeem, charged with war crimes, citing his 'social dangerousness.' His sudden release, a result of legal technicality, raised concerns, especially as ...