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Both trials have been denounced by human rights groups. Egyptian defense attorneys boycotted Tuesday’s session, which has been adjourned until April 28, 2014. Many legal experts have said that the death sentences will likely be overturned. The U.S. State Department called the proceedings “shocking.” Only about one tenth of the accused were present in court for the sentencing. 

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