Pakistan's military courts have sentenced 60 more civilians for their involvement in the violent May 9 riots, bringing the total to 85 convictions. Key locations, including military sites, were targeted. Convicted civilians, including Imran Khan's nephew Hassan Niazi, received sentences from two to 10 years. International entities criticized the trials for lack of transparency and judicial independence.
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