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Summary: The US Supreme Court has ruled that the Bush administration does not have the authority to try terrorism suspects by military tribunal.
In a landmark decision, justices upheld the challenge by Osama Bin Laden's ex-driver, Salim Ahmed Hamdan, against his trial at Guantanamo Bay. The court's ruling that the proceedings violated Geneva Conventions is seen as a major blow to the administration. Mr Hamdan is one of 10 Guantanamo inmates facing a military tribunal.
He is demanding a civilian trial or court martial, where the prosecution would face more obstacles.
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See also:
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The Children of Guantanamo - 28/05/2006
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UN Report calling for the closure of Guantanamo Bay - 12/02/2006
pdf: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/americas/5129904.stmAssociation: BBC Obline
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