A Verdict of Innocence After 45 Years
In a landmark decision, Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa declared Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto innocent of the charges that led to his execution 45 years ago. The court found that Bhutto was denied a fair trial, the courts lacked constitutional legitimacy, and the evidence presented against him was insufficient.
The verdict highlighted several flaws in Bhutto's trial, including the lack of transparency, the use of his parliamentary speeches as evidence, and the unprecedented direct trial by the Lahore High Court. The court also noted that the individuals responsible for Bhutto's protection violated his fundamental rights.
The execution of Bhutto, who was hanged in 1979, was a controversial event in Pakistan's history. The court's decision sheds new light on the case and raises questions about the fairness of the trial and the legitimacy of the military regime that sentenced him to death.
The verdict is expected to have significant implications for Pakistan's legal and political landscape. It could lead to calls for a review of other cases from the Zia-ul-Haq era and raise questions about the role of the judiciary in upholding human rights.
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