War crimes
Azharul's review hearing on Feb 20
January 24, 2025 00:00:00
The Supreme Court (SC) will hear Jamaat-e-Islami leader ATM Azharul Islam's review appeal of his death sentence on charges of crimes against humanity during the 1971 Liberation War on February 20, reports bdnews24.com.
Led by Chief Justice Syed Refaat Ahmed, a four-member bench issued the order on Thursday.
Barrister Abdur Razzaq argued in favour of Azharul. He was assisted by Shishir Manir, Ehsan Abdullah Siddique, and Najib Momen.
