International Criminal Court to start hearing for Libyan war criminal
El Hishri was transferred to the ICC on Monday after being arrested in Germany in July under a sealed ICC warrant issued by Pre-Trial Chamber I. He remained in German custody until national procedures under Article 59 of the Rome Statute were completed.
At Wednesday’s initial appearance before Pre-Trial Chamber I, the presiding judge emphasized that the session was intended solely to confirm El Hishri’s identity, ensure he understood the charges and his rights, and set a date for the next stage of proceedings. The court noted that he had already received a copy of the arrest warrant in Arabic.
A court officer outlined the alleged offenses, including cruel treatment, torture, murder, outrages upon personal dignity, rape and sexual violence, as well as broader crimes against humanity such as imprisonment, torture, rape, sexual violence, murder, and persecution. The alleged acts were reportedly committed against detainees considered opponents of the Tripoli-based RADA Special Deterrence Forces or its ideology.
El Hishri was informed of his procedural rights, including
the right to remain silent, to legal counsel, to translation, and to apply for release pending trial. Judges confirmed receipt of his initial notification expressing an intention to request provisional release.
When invited to comment on the conditions of his transfer or detention, El Hishri stated only: “Just requesting my release.”
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