Systemic failures in Iraq’s mass trials: colonial legal legacies, child rights gaps, and the need for restorative justice
Original framing: “Iraq: Authorities must guarantee fair trials for 5,700 detainees and protect child rights in mass trials” — Amnesty International
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Indigenous KnowledgeSignal: 80%
Iraqi tribal customary law (urf) emphasizes reconciliation, compensation, and the involvement of elders rather than incarceration. Children accused of ISIS affiliation are often dealt with through informal shura councils that prioritize reintegration over punishment. Ignoring these practices discards a culturally resonant avenue for justice that could reduce recidivism.