Belgian authorities are set to decide whether Mohamed Bakkali, a key logistics coordinator convicted over the 2015 Paris attacks, can be released on parole. France 24 reports the decision will be made on September 29, with the possibility of release under electronic monitoring.
Bakkali is serving a 30-year prison sentence imposed in France, with a minimum term of 20 years. Under the arrangements considered in Belgium, the parole decision focuses on whether he meets conditions for conditional release despite the long sentence.
France 24 also notes that the prospect of parole draws opposition from prosecutors, who argue against his release, and from victims and families, who express anger and concern. The reporting indicates the Belgian ruling will follow proceedings that weigh the sentence and conditions against arguments for continued detention.
