Lawyers in Guinea are striking to protest the military regime’s suppression of dissent, paralyzing court activities and potentially disrupting a high-profile trial.
The bar association condemned “arbitrary arrests” and secret detentions, announcing a boycott of court sessions until July 31.
The strike coincides with the anticipated verdict in the landmark trial of former military ruler Moussa Dadis Camara, accused of crimes against humanity for the 2009 massacre of over 150 people in a stadium.
The strike was triggered by the July 9 arrests of Oumar Sylla and Mamadou Bah, leaders of a movement critical of the junta and advocating for a return to civilian rule.
Amnesty International has demanded their immediate release, urging authorities to disclose their whereabouts and ensure their safety.
French far-left leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon also criticized the arrests, calling for France to intervene. The junta has faced criticism for suspending media outlets, restricting internet access, and repressing peaceful protests.
The 2009 massacre, one of Guinea’s darkest moments, involved the killing of at least 157 people and the rape of scores of women by troops. Camara and other officials deny the allegations against them.
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