US EditionIrish soldier Seán Rooney: Man sentenced to death over killing in Lebanon
LEBANON, JUL 28 – Mohammad Ayyad was sentenced to death for the murder of Private Sean Rooney, while four others received lighter sentences, a decision criticized by Irish officials.
- On Monday, the military tribunal in Beirut sentenced Mohammad Ayyad to death in absentia for murder, while co-defendants received prison terms and fines.
- Following the Irish Government’s push, the trial date moved from September 17 to today , after years of delays and court efforts to expedite proceedings.
- The tribunal ordered financial penalties including Hussein Suleiman, Mustafa Suleiman and Ali Hakim fined 200 million Lebanese pounds each, and Mohammad Ayyad fined 100 million Lebanese pounds.
- In Dublin, responses included Martin said, `Many will feel the sentences passed down on the other defendants are far too lenient`, and Harris expressed disappointment, reflecting criticism of the sentences.
- Future legal outcomes will hinge on Lebanon's moratorium, as Mohammad Ayyad’s death sentence could be commuted if he surrenders, despite Hezbollah denying involvement.
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