The Association of Muslim Scholars in Iraq has condemned the ongoing mass execution campaigns in the country, highlighting the lack of fair trial standards and the use of flimsy evidence in these cases. Despite local and international warnings, Iraqi courts continue to issue death sentences, primarily targeting individuals accused of terrorist affiliations. The Iraqi government, represented by the presidency, has defended these actions, claiming they are necessary to maintain order amidst regional turmoil.
In a recent statement, the presidency distanced itself from direct involvement in the executions, suggesting that misinformation is being spread to incite chaos. However, the presidency affirmed its commitment to ratifying death sentences that follow legal procedures, including appeals and reviews by a Special Pardon Committee.
The Association has called on the United Nations Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, to intervene and urge the Iraqi government to halt these executions and reassess its judicial practices. They argue that the current system is rife with human rights violations and does not provide justice for all citizens.
