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SC conditionally allows the trial of 104 May 9 rioters-mostly PTI workers and supporters-in military courts.
5-1 majority verdict nullifies earlier decision; rules outcome to be contingent upon final judgment
Three-judge bench to hear Justice Naqvi plea
The petition came a day after the defence ministry moved an intra-court appeal challenging the Oct 23 verdict.
Five-member bench unanimously orders May 9 cases to be tried under criminal laws
SC takes up eagerly-watched cases next week
Civil society members seek constitution of full court, other petitioners satisfied with six-member bench
CJ Bandial says civilians can’t be subjected to unconstitutional trial
Legal expert says civilians can’t be arrested and tried under military law
High court remarks security forces arrested Idris Khattak under the Official Secrets Act