The French judiciary has ordered the conditional release of Georges Ibrahim Abdallah, a 73-year-old Lebanese militant imprisoned for 40 years for complicity in the murders of an American and an Israeli diplomat. However, his release is complicated by a pending appeal from the national anti-terrorism prosecutor’s office. Abdallah’s lawyer declared the decision a legal and political victory, but concerns remain regarding the prosecutor’s appeal, reflecting ongoing tensions surrounding Abdallah’s prolonged imprisonment. Advocates continue to rally for his release, citing injustices that have persisted for decades.

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