Explainer-Why Italy's PM Meloni got caught up in Libyan war crimes case
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has been placed under investigation over a government decision to release a Libyan police officer wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC). Here is the background to the case and a look at what might happen next.
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Meloni under investigation for release of wanted Libyan warlord
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is facing a probe into her government's decision to repatriate a Libyan general wanted by the International Criminal Court for crimes against humanity and war crimes.
Why is Italy's Meloni being investigated for release of Libyan ICC suspect?
Giorgia Meloni is under investigation for the release and repatriation of the wanted Libyan general Osama Najim — also known as Almasri. View on euronews
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