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The top commanders of the Awami League government will be brought to justice under the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) declared its chief prosecutor today. The ICT's top lawyer, Tajul Islam said while it was not going to be possible to try every single person, he would initiate proceedings against those with command responsibility within one year.
"The tribunal cannot bringing every single officer or individual involved with committing crimes against humanity to justice within the time frame of this government. But we will bring the 'top commanders' to justice," said Tajul.
This will include Sheikh Hasina and those who had served as deputies in her chain of command, he said. Speaking at a national dialogue organised by the Forum for Bangladesh Studies at the Krishibid Institute Bangladesh, The ICT chief prosecutor said, "Let the criminal courts deal with the rest."
Tajul Islam said the tribunal with 17 investigation officers and 10 prosecutors is being realistic in setting goals.
Law adviser Asif Nazrul echoed the same sentiment and said, "Next year we aim to celebrate Victory Day by meting out justice against mass murderers."
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