74 military court cases overturned in Peshawar

The Peshawar High Court has overturned 74 military court convictions for insufficient evidence, among other reasons such as lack of jurisdiction and unfair trials. The defendants had all received life and death sentences. Details from Dawn here.

Will the government appeal? Will the High Court's decision stand? Stay tuned.

The current authorization to try civilians in military courts -- a practice that violates human rights standards -- expires next year.