The federal government has informed the Supreme Court that the trial of civilians implicated in the May 9 incidents has commenced in military courts. This revelation comes in response to a written submission following the court's order on August 3. The government's communication underscores the significance of these trials in safeguarding the rights of the accused individuals.
Furthermore, the government's response emphasizes that the outcomes of these trials should be used to determine the innocence of those who are not involved in the alleged incidents. The federal government maintains that the trial of these suspects will be contingent on the progress of the Supreme Court proceedings.
According to government reports, a total of 102 individuals were apprehended on suspicion of their participation in attacks on military installations that occurred on May 9 and 10.
These individuals have been arrested under the Pakistan Army Act of 1952, as outlined in the government's written response.
A crucial legal development in this matter is that a five-member larger bench, presided over by Justice Ijazul Ahsan, is scheduled to hear the petitions challenging the trial of civilians in military courts tomorrow.