Libya overturns law criminalizing Gaddafi glorificationJune 14, 2012 - 19:00 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Libya's supreme court has overturned a law that criminalised the glorification of former leader Muammar Gaddafi, his regime, his ideas or his sons. The court ruled that the law, known as Law 37, was unconstitutional, BBC News said. Law 37 was originally passed in May by the National Transitional Council's Legal Committee. Libya's Human Rights Council and civil society groups appealed against the law, which was also condemned by international human rights watchdogs. Under the original law praising or glorifying Muammar Gaddafi was punishable with a prison sentence. There were also articles in the law criminalising any attack on the February 17 revolution that toppled the former regime, as well as insulting Islam or offending the state and its institutions. Although the prison terms were unspecified they could range from three to 15 years under Libya's penal code, according to AFP news agency. The head of Libya's Human Rights Council told the BBC the ruling would instil more trust in the local judiciary. Top stories Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev arrived in Moscow on April 22 to hold talks with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". Partner news | SBP instant transfers now available from 190 Russian banks to Armenia To receive money from Russian banks, easywallet users need to go to their easywallet accounts. Armenia's Davit Chaloyan qualifies for Paris Olympics The Armenian boxer qualified for Paris Olympics after a series of successful bouts at the 2nd World Qualification Tournament. Lemkin Institute urges Armenia to respect people’s right to dissent The Lemkin Institute has urged the Armenian government to respect people’s fundamental human right to express their dissent. French-Armenian journalist returns to France after 41-day hunger strike Nicolian said on social media on Sunday, June 2 that he needs to improve his health in order to “continue the fight”. |