Cambodia's cabinet approves draft law toughening penalties for denying Khmer Rouge atrocities
Cambodia's cabinet approved a draft bill that would impose harsh penalties on anyone denying the atrocities committed by the Khmer Rouge in the 1970s, which led to the deaths of 1.7 million people. The proposed law, which could see violators face up to five years in prison and fines of up to $125,000, aims to prevent denial of the regime's crimes and provide justice for victims. The bill, which needs parliamentary approval, is likely to pass due to the ruling party's majority.
Cambodia's cabinet approved a draft bill that would impose harsh penalties on anyone denying the atrocities committed by the Khmer Rouge in the 1970s, which led to the deaths of 1.7 million people. The proposed law, which could see violators face up to five years in prison and fines of up to $125,000, aims to prevent denial of the regime's crimes and provide justice for victims. The bill, which needs parliamentary approval, is likely to pass due to the ruling party's majority.
