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Biden Administration Moves to Halt Sept. 11 Plea Deal

The U.S. government is attempting to block Khalid Shaikh Mohammed from pleading guilty, complicating the resolution of the 9/11 case for victims' families.

Military Judge Postpones Guilty Plea Proceedings in Sept. 11 Case

The hearing for Khalid Shaikh Mohammed's guilty plea has been postponed, but preparations will continue as pleas are still recognized as valid.

Psychologist Who Waterboarded C.I.A. Prisoners Defends Method's Use in 9/11 Case

The article delves into the methods the CIA employed to explain how Khalid Shaikh Mohammed endured waterboarding 183 times, offering different perspectives on his ability to withstand the technique.

Plea Deals for Accused 9/11 Plotters Are Valid, Judge Rules

Military judge affirmed plea agreements in the Sept. 11 case, potentially leading to life sentences instead of death for the accused.

Plea Hearing in Sept. 11 Case Postponed to Jan. 10

The Sept. 11 case plea proceedings are postponed to allow time for government lawyers to reconsider a plea deal.

C.I.A. Violently Cut Off 9/11 Suspect When He Tried to Talk About Attacks

CIA interrogators used physical punishment to deter prisoner from discussing 9/11 attacks during questioning.
Khalid Shaikh Mohammed was subjected to waterboarding 183 times in March 2003 under the mistaken belief of an imminent nuclear attack in the U.S.

Biden Administration Moves to Halt Sept. 11 Plea Deal

The U.S. government is attempting to block Khalid Shaikh Mohammed from pleading guilty, complicating the resolution of the 9/11 case for victims' families.

Military Judge Postpones Guilty Plea Proceedings in Sept. 11 Case

The hearing for Khalid Shaikh Mohammed's guilty plea has been postponed, but preparations will continue as pleas are still recognized as valid.

Psychologist Who Waterboarded C.I.A. Prisoners Defends Method's Use in 9/11 Case

The article delves into the methods the CIA employed to explain how Khalid Shaikh Mohammed endured waterboarding 183 times, offering different perspectives on his ability to withstand the technique.

Plea Deals for Accused 9/11 Plotters Are Valid, Judge Rules

Military judge affirmed plea agreements in the Sept. 11 case, potentially leading to life sentences instead of death for the accused.

Plea Hearing in Sept. 11 Case Postponed to Jan. 10

The Sept. 11 case plea proceedings are postponed to allow time for government lawyers to reconsider a plea deal.

C.I.A. Violently Cut Off 9/11 Suspect When He Tried to Talk About Attacks

CIA interrogators used physical punishment to deter prisoner from discussing 9/11 attacks during questioning.
Khalid Shaikh Mohammed was subjected to waterboarding 183 times in March 2003 under the mistaken belief of an imminent nuclear attack in the U.S.
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U.S. Presses for Release of Americans Held in Afghanistan

U.S. negotiating with the Taliban to exchange detained Americans for an Afghan held at Guantanamo Bay.

Jimmy Carter's funeral services begin in DC. And, photos from the major winter storm

Former President Jimmy Carter will lie in state at the U.S. Capitol, allowing the public to pay respects until Thursday.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation after nearly a decade, citing pressure regarding his controversial leadership.
The Biden administration continues its efforts to close Guantanamo Bay by transferring detainees, recently moving 11 Yemeni men to Oman.
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Accused 9/11 plotters reach plea deals with U.S. to avoid death penalties

The accused of the Sept. 11 attacks have reached plea agreements to avoid the death penalty, ending a long legal process.

U.S. transfers 11 Yemeni prisoners from Guantanamo to Oman

The Biden administration has released 11 detainees from Guantánamo, significantly reducing its population and tackling long-standing issues about the prison's future.

Guantanamo Detainee Held Without Charge for Over Two Decades Is Repatriated

The ongoing transfers from Guantánamo highlight the Biden administration's intentions to eventually close the detention facility.

Inside the Secretive Facility Housing Migrants at Guantanamo Bay

Migrants at Guantanamo Bay face legal limbo and harsh conditions, with calls for change in how they are treated under U.S. policies.

US transfers 11 Yemeni prisoners from Guantanamo to Oman

The US has resettled 11 Yemeni detainees from Guantanamo, reducing its population to 15 as part of efforts to eventually close the facility.

US releases one of longest-held Guantanamo Bay detainees to Tunisia

A longtime Guantanamo detainee, Ridah Bin Saleh al-Yazidi, has been released after over 20 years of being held without charge.

Accused 9/11 plotters reach plea deals with U.S. to avoid death penalties

The accused of the Sept. 11 attacks have reached plea agreements to avoid the death penalty, ending a long legal process.

U.S. transfers 11 Yemeni prisoners from Guantanamo to Oman

The Biden administration has released 11 detainees from Guantánamo, significantly reducing its population and tackling long-standing issues about the prison's future.

Guantanamo Detainee Held Without Charge for Over Two Decades Is Repatriated

The ongoing transfers from Guantánamo highlight the Biden administration's intentions to eventually close the detention facility.

Inside the Secretive Facility Housing Migrants at Guantanamo Bay

Migrants at Guantanamo Bay face legal limbo and harsh conditions, with calls for change in how they are treated under U.S. policies.

US transfers 11 Yemeni prisoners from Guantanamo to Oman

The US has resettled 11 Yemeni detainees from Guantanamo, reducing its population to 15 as part of efforts to eventually close the facility.

US releases one of longest-held Guantanamo Bay detainees to Tunisia

A longtime Guantanamo detainee, Ridah Bin Saleh al-Yazidi, has been released after over 20 years of being held without charge.
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U.S. transfers 11 Yemeni prisoners from Guantanamo to Oman

The Biden administration's transfer of 11 Yemeni detainees marks a crucial step toward reducing Guantanamo Bay's prison population.

The U.S. Was Resettling Guantanamo Prisoners. The Hamas Attack Halted Those Plans.

Biden administration halted Guantanamo Bay detainee transfer to Oman amid security concerns after Hamas attack on Israel.

Pentagon Releases Detainee Held at Guantanamo Since Day 1

Ridah Bin Saleh al Yazidi was repatriated after spending years at Guantanamo without charges, reflecting ongoing issues in closing the detention facility.

U.S. Sends 11 Guantanamo Prisoners to Oman to Start New Lives

The U.S. military has reduced the Guantanamo Bay prisoner count to 15, implementing a plan to restart the lives of released Yemeni prisoners.

U.S. transfers 11 Yemeni prisoners from Guantanamo to Oman

The Biden administration's transfer of 11 Yemeni detainees marks a crucial step toward reducing Guantanamo Bay's prison population.

The U.S. Was Resettling Guantanamo Prisoners. The Hamas Attack Halted Those Plans.

Biden administration halted Guantanamo Bay detainee transfer to Oman amid security concerns after Hamas attack on Israel.

Pentagon Releases Detainee Held at Guantanamo Since Day 1

Ridah Bin Saleh al Yazidi was repatriated after spending years at Guantanamo without charges, reflecting ongoing issues in closing the detention facility.

U.S. Sends 11 Guantanamo Prisoners to Oman to Start New Lives

The U.S. military has reduced the Guantanamo Bay prisoner count to 15, implementing a plan to restart the lives of released Yemeni prisoners.
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Prisoner's Self-Portraits of C.I.A. Torture Surface From Sealed Court Record

Mohammed Farik Bin Amin illustrates his torture experiences in artistic form, as both therapy and a legal strategy in a war crimes trial.

Pentagon Repatriates Malaysian Prisoners Who Pleaded Guilty to War Crimes

The Pentagon repatriated two Malaysian men who committed war crimes related to the 2002 Bali bombing, reducing Guantanamo's detainee count to 27.

Guantanamo Convict Sues to Stop U.S. Plan to Send Him to Prison in Iraq

The lawsuit seeks to prevent the transfer of Abd al-Hadi al-Iraqi from Guantanamo Bay to Iraq due to concerns over his safety and health.

Bali Bombing Conspirators Get 5 More Years at Guantanamo Bay

Two prisoners convicted in the 2002 Bali bombing have been sentenced to 23 years in confinement at Guantanamo Bay, but could be freed by 2029.
They have been held by the US since 2003 and were tortured in CIA black site prisons before pleading guilty to war crimes charges last week.

Prisoner's Self-Portraits of C.I.A. Torture Surface From Sealed Court Record

Mohammed Farik Bin Amin illustrates his torture experiences in artistic form, as both therapy and a legal strategy in a war crimes trial.

Pentagon Repatriates Malaysian Prisoners Who Pleaded Guilty to War Crimes

The Pentagon repatriated two Malaysian men who committed war crimes related to the 2002 Bali bombing, reducing Guantanamo's detainee count to 27.

Guantanamo Convict Sues to Stop U.S. Plan to Send Him to Prison in Iraq

The lawsuit seeks to prevent the transfer of Abd al-Hadi al-Iraqi from Guantanamo Bay to Iraq due to concerns over his safety and health.

Bali Bombing Conspirators Get 5 More Years at Guantanamo Bay

Two prisoners convicted in the 2002 Bali bombing have been sentenced to 23 years in confinement at Guantanamo Bay, but could be freed by 2029.
They have been held by the US since 2003 and were tortured in CIA black site prisons before pleading guilty to war crimes charges last week.
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Pentagon announces 3 transfers out of Guantanamo, leaving 27 detainees

Three detainees have been transferred from Guantanamo Bay in 24 hours, continuing efforts to reduce the detainee population.

U.S. Releases Kenyan Prisoner Held for Nearly 18 Years Without Charges

The Pentagon has released Mohammed Abdul Malik Bajabu after nearly 18 years at Guantanamo Bay without charges.

Bali bomb plotters moved from Guantanamo to Malaysia after guilty plea

US transfers Malaysian detainees from Guantanamo after their plea deals related to Bali bombings, aiding prosecution against alleged mastermind Hambali.

Pentagon announces 3 transfers out of Guantanamo, leaving 27 detainees

Three detainees have been transferred from Guantanamo Bay in 24 hours, continuing efforts to reduce the detainee population.

U.S. Releases Kenyan Prisoner Held for Nearly 18 Years Without Charges

The Pentagon has released Mohammed Abdul Malik Bajabu after nearly 18 years at Guantanamo Bay without charges.

Bali bomb plotters moved from Guantanamo to Malaysia after guilty plea

US transfers Malaysian detainees from Guantanamo after their plea deals related to Bali bombings, aiding prosecution against alleged mastermind Hambali.
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Defense Secretary Revokes Plea Deal for Accused Sept. 11 Plotters

Defense Secretary revoked plea agreement with Sept. 11 suspects at Guantanamo Bay, reinstating the case as a death penalty trial.

Defense Secretary Takes Control of Plea Deals in War Crimes Cases

Austin revokes plea deal authority from senior official to ensure accountability in terrorism trials at Guantanamo Bay.

Defense Secretary Revokes Plea Deal for Accused Sept. 11 Plotters

Defense Secretary revoked plea agreement with Sept. 11 suspects at Guantanamo Bay, reinstating the case as a death penalty trial.

Defense Secretary Takes Control of Plea Deals in War Crimes Cases

Austin revokes plea deal authority from senior official to ensure accountability in terrorism trials at Guantanamo Bay.
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9/11 plea deals can proceed despite Pentagon intervention, judge says

The Pentagon faces complications regarding plea deals with 9/11 defendants after a judge ruled the agreements must remain valid.

Guantanamo Hearing Cut Short by Crisis on Defense Team in U.S.S. Cole Case

The U.S.S. Cole bombing defense team faces leadership challenges with the early retirement of the lead lawyer, jeopardizing the trial scheduled for 2025.

9/11 plea deals can proceed despite Pentagon intervention, judge says

The Pentagon faces complications regarding plea deals with 9/11 defendants after a judge ruled the agreements must remain valid.

Guantanamo Hearing Cut Short by Crisis on Defense Team in U.S.S. Cole Case

The U.S.S. Cole bombing defense team faces leadership challenges with the early retirement of the lead lawyer, jeopardizing the trial scheduled for 2025.
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Plea deals revived for alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and others

Plea deals for 9/11 suspects remain valid despite attempts to annul them, sparing them from the death penalty.
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Accused Sept. 11 Plotters Agree to Plead Guilty at Guantanamo Bay

The accused of plotting 9/11 attacks pled guilty to conspiracy charges for a life sentence, avoiding a death-penalty trial at Guantanamo Bay.

Bush Administration Lawyer Whose Wife Was Killed on 9/11 Supports Plea Deal

The Defense Secretary's rescinding of the plea deal in the case of the 9/11 attacks defendant has sparked controversy and uncertainty.

Defense secretary's intervention in 9/11 cases faces judge's scrutiny

The military judge overseeing the 9/11 attacks case will assess the legality of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's decision to rescind plea agreements, causing potential delays and controversy.

Why Hasn't the 9/11 Trial Started?

The 9/11 trial involving five accused conspirators has faced numerous delays, with a start date unlikely before 2026.

Accused Sept. 11 Plotters Agree to Plead Guilty at Guantanamo Bay

The accused of plotting 9/11 attacks pled guilty to conspiracy charges for a life sentence, avoiding a death-penalty trial at Guantanamo Bay.

Bush Administration Lawyer Whose Wife Was Killed on 9/11 Supports Plea Deal

The Defense Secretary's rescinding of the plea deal in the case of the 9/11 attacks defendant has sparked controversy and uncertainty.

Defense secretary's intervention in 9/11 cases faces judge's scrutiny

The military judge overseeing the 9/11 attacks case will assess the legality of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's decision to rescind plea agreements, causing potential delays and controversy.

Why Hasn't the 9/11 Trial Started?

The 9/11 trial involving five accused conspirators has faced numerous delays, with a start date unlikely before 2026.
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Will the US Ever Give Up Guantanamo Bay?

Guantanamo Bay remains under U.S. control primarily due to political relations with Cuba.

Aafia Siddiqui: Victim of all victims | Part I

Aafia Siddiqui is portrayed by her lawyer as an unjust victim of circumstance in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks.

The true story of New Order's rise from the ashes of Joy Division

Podcast landscape has evolved significantly in the past decade, making it challenging for older shows to retain their original audiences.

A prisoner in Guantanamo finds some escape in building intricate model ships | Aeon Videos

Moath al-Alwi remains imprisoned at Guantánamo Bay despite being deemed no threat to security and without any formal charges.
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The Many Challenges at Guantanamo Bay, Encapsulated in One Case

The future of prison operations at Guantanamo Bay faces challenges, including aging population, secret plea deals, and approval for transfer of detainees to stable allies.

Guantanamo Detainees Moved Amid Structural Problems at Showcase Prison

The military evacuated a showcase prison at Guantanamo Bay due to undisclosed infrastructure problems, relocating all detainees to Camp 6.

The Many Challenges at Guantanamo Bay, Encapsulated in One Case

The future of prison operations at Guantanamo Bay faces challenges, including aging population, secret plea deals, and approval for transfer of detainees to stable allies.

Guantanamo Detainees Moved Amid Structural Problems at Showcase Prison

The military evacuated a showcase prison at Guantanamo Bay due to undisclosed infrastructure problems, relocating all detainees to Camp 6.
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How Appealing Weekly Roundup

Weekly roundup of appellate litigation news from How Appealing blog.
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Trial in Bombing of U.S. Warship Set to Start 25 Years After Attack

The death penalty trial for the U.S.S. Cole bombing plot coincides with its 25th anniversary in October 2025.

Families Head to Guantanamo Bay Seeking Justice in Bali Bombing Case

Relatives of victims of the 2002 Bali bombings are heading to Guantanamo Bay to represent the dead in the trial of two men involved in the attack.
The bombings killed tourists and workers from 22 nations, including Megan Heffernan, who was born and raised in Alaska.

Trial in Bombing of U.S. Warship Set to Start 25 Years After Attack

The death penalty trial for the U.S.S. Cole bombing plot coincides with its 25th anniversary in October 2025.

Families Head to Guantanamo Bay Seeking Justice in Bali Bombing Case

Relatives of victims of the 2002 Bali bombings are heading to Guantanamo Bay to represent the dead in the trial of two men involved in the attack.
The bombings killed tourists and workers from 22 nations, including Megan Heffernan, who was born and raised in Alaska.
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Long-Serving Prosecutor Quits Sept. 11 Case at Guantanamo Bay

One of the longest-serving prosecutors in the Sept. 11, 2001, case is stepping down due to the pressure of repeated trips to Guantanamo Bay on him and his family.
The prosecutor's departure suggests that the trial of Khalid Shaikh Mohammed and four other prisoners accused of conspiring in the 9/11 attacks will be further delayed.

War Crimes Hearing Gives Public Virtual Look Inside a Secret C.I.A. Prison

The public saw the first-ever view of a C.I.A. black site through a virtual tour led by a former Qaeda commander, revealing details of his humiliating experience in U.S. custody.
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