Prosecutors rule out repatriation for alleged Bali bomber Hambali, tell families trial to start next year

Prosecutors have firmly decided against allowing Hambali, the alleged mastermind behind the Bali bombings, to serve his sentence in Indonesia, opting instead for a trial by a US military court. This decision ensures that Hambali will face justice in a structured legal framework, rather than potentially being released under Indonesia's legal system. The move is significant as it underscores the US's commitment to bringing terrorists to justice, even if it means foregoing local repatriation agreements. Families of the victims are informed that the trial is set to commence next year, providing a semblance of closure to a tragedy that shook the world nearly two decades ago.