We have not had any charge laid formally against the accused, nor have we had any evidence as to what the elements are of the charge. There has not been a single document served to the defense on the charges, not any shred of evidence, nothing.

Abdel Haq Alani

Accused Charge Evidence Formally Laid Nor Not

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