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The new US president Barack Obama orders a halt to Gauntanamo Bay prosecutions (21.01.2009) je 17

Daniel SteadJanuary 21, 2009

In one of his first acts as US President, Barack Obama has requested the suspension of all military tribunals at Guantanamo Bay. Obama sought the 120-day delay just hours after taking the oath of office, taking a first step toward his pledge to shut down the controversial camp.

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