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Egypt appeal court orders pro-Morsi protest women freed
Source: BBC News
An appeals court in Egypt has ordered the release of 21 women, including seven juveniles, who were jailed last month over a protest in support of ousted President Mohammed Morsi.
The minors were placed on a three-month-long probation. The appeals court also reduced 11-year sentences given to 14 women to a suspended year-long term.
They were found guilty of belonging to a terrorist group, obstructing traffic, sabotage and using force last month.
Rights groups criticised the verdict.
Read more: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-25280469
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