In a decisive move, opposition lawmakers rejected a proposed amnesty that would have pardoned police and military personnel convicted of human‑rights abuses during the recent social unrest. The decision underscores the demand for accountability and signals that state actors cannot escape justice through blanket clemency.

Human‑rights monitors and civil society groups argue that the amnesty would erode public trust, effectively granting impunity to those who violated constitutional protections. They call for transparent investigations, reparations for victims, and reforms to prevent future abuses.

The ruling party maintains that the amnesty is a necessary step toward national reconciliation, but the opposition’s stance reflects growing pressure for systemic change and adherence to international legal standards.

Source: elciudadano.com