Overview

• Eleven French jihadists, initially sentenced to death in Iraq, had their sentences commuted to life imprisonment in 2023.
• A French judge is investigating allegations of torture and inhumane treatment against at least two of these detainees.
• The French legal system is exploring ways to ensure fair trials, highlighting concerns about the conditions of detention in Iraq.
• The detainees' legal representatives argue for their repatriation to France, citing the need for equitable legal proceedings.
• Conditions in Iraqi prisons are reportedly dire, with overcrowding and lack of basic necessities contributing to severe health risks.