The Guardian Australia ·general ·2 hours ago

Salvadoran court starts mass trial for 486 alleged MS-13 gang members

A Salvadoran court began a mass trial on Tuesday for 486 alleged MS-13 gang members, part of President Nayib Bukele's crackdown on gang violence. Prosecutors linked the defendants to over 47,000 crimes from 2012 to 2022, with penalties potentially reaching 245 years for conviction. Human rights groups decried the process, citing violations of due process.

Summary by Glance · The Guardian Australia

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