Pakistani Lawyer Couple Jailed 10 Years For Security Breach During England Cricket Tour

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A Pakistani anti-terrorism court has sentenced prominent human rights lawyers Imaan Mazari and Hadi Ali Chattha to 10 years in prison each for allegedly breaching security during England's cricket tour in 2024. The incident occurred on October 25, 2024, when prosecutors claimed they disrupted traffic officers near Islamabad, posing a security risk. The couple denied the charges, asserting they were targeted for their human rights advocacy. Their family plans to challenge the verdict, citing a denial of a fair trial and lack of legal documents.