Iraq: Trials Begin for Suspected French Jihadists Facing Death Penalty
About fifty French nationals transferred from Syria face Iraqi justice starting Sunday on terrorism charges related to the Islamic State.
Suspected French jihadists detained in Iraq after being transferred from northeastern Syria are set to begin trials starting Sunday, September 20, 2026. Nearly fifty of them, imprisoned in Baghdad, are being prosecuted for terrorism offenses linked to the Islamic State organization.
According to RFI, all defendants face the death penalty following trials that sources describe as swift.
Sources
- Irak: début du procès de Français jihadistes présumés, tous risquent la peine de mort — RFI — Français
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
Related articles
Denmark Keeps Details of Anticipated Greenland Agreement with Washington Under Wraps
Copenhagen refuses to disclose agreement terms with the United States, amid diverging portrayals by both parties
Australia appoints new diplomats to key posts in Cairo, Port Moresby, Dili, and New York
Foreign minister Penny Wong announces diplomatic appointments as part of efforts to strengthen Australia's international engagement.
Powerful Explosions Reported in Syria's Aleppo Countryside
Blasts were heard in the town of Al-Eis, with local sources attributing them to a Defense Ministry ammunition depot, according to state media.
Six Pakistani soldiers, including two officers, killed in clash near Afghan border
Pakistan's military announces deaths of its personnel in Hangu area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa amid escalating border violence.
Houthis Accuse Saudi Arabia of 28 Airstrikes in 24 Hours; U.S. Intelligence Chief Visits Cairo
The Houthis reported intensive Saudi airstrikes while residents warn of a mounting food crisis in Taiz.
Paris Threatens Response to Tehran's Closure of French Cultural Center
French Foreign Ministry announces recall of Iranian ambassador and vows appropriate measures after Tehran closes French embassy language education center
Comments
Loading comments…