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Norwegian Mass Murderer Breivik in Court for Parole Hearing

Anders Behring Breivik appears in court for his second parole request after over a decade in prison for mass murder.

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Updated: Nov 19th, 2024, 10:33 AM ET

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Anders Behring Breivik, convicted of killing 77 individuals in 2011, has made his second application for parole, arguing his isolation is inhumane. Authorities oppose his release, citing concerns over his unchanged extremist ideology and risk of reoffending. Breivik has been in prison since 2012 under strict conditions and has previously attempted to improve his living conditions. The latest hearing took place in a gym at Ringerike prison, with no ruling expected immediately.

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