"Breivik's Lawsuit: Challenging Norway for Human Rights Violations"
TL;DR
Far-right mass killer Anders Behring Breivik, who killed 77 people in a bombing and shooting rampage in 2011, is suing Norway's Ministry of Justice, seeking an end to his isolation in prison, which he claims violates his human rights. His lawyer argues that the conditions of his detention have left him suicidal and dependent on medication. The state contends that his isolation is necessary due to the security threat he poses, particularly in influencing others to commit violent acts.
Topics:worldcrime-and-justice#anders-behring-breivik#crime-and-justice#far-right-extremist#human-rights-abuse#isolation#norway
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