Malian Jihadist Police Chief Sentenced to 10 Years for War Crimes

The ICC convicted Al Hassan for his role in terrorizing Timbuktu during its occupation by Ansar Dine in 2012.

Al Hassan Ag Abdoul Aziz Ag Mohamed Ag Mahmoud was sentenced by the International Criminal Court for crimes including torture and cruel treatment.
He was a key figure in the Ansar Dine militant group, which controlled Timbuktu and imposed brutal punishments such as amputations and floggings.
The court acquitted Al Hassan of charges related to rape, sexual slavery, and attacks on protected objects.
Timbuktu, a historic city known for its ancient Islamic heritage, suffered significant cultural destruction during the jihadist occupation.
Al Hassan is the second individual sentenced by the ICC for crimes in Timbuktu, with further investigations ongoing against other jihadist leaders.