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Breivik's Controversial Release Bid

Published: 2024-11-19

Anders Behring Breivik, responsible for the 2011 massacre that claimed 77 lives in Norway, is seeking release after serving the minimum ten years of his 21-year sentence.

Breivik, who appeared in court with a politically charged message, described himself as a 'political soldier' and called for support for Russia, China, and Iran.

His mental health has been a subject of debate since his arrest, with various diagnoses including paranoid schizophrenia and personality disorders.

Despite a new psychiatric evaluation, the prosecution remains firm against his release, citing public safety concerns.

The court will consider the latest psychiatric report, but the prosecution's stance is unchanged, emphasizing Breivik's potential danger to society.