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What are the immediate consequences of the December 9th postponement of the August 10th case?

"On December 9th, 2024, the Bucharest Military Tribunal postponed the August 10th case due to 10 unsummoned plaintiffs. This is the second postponement in this phase, delaying compensation claims from approximately 350 civil parties. The judge cited procedural flaws.", "The postponement follows a five-year delay from the 2018 incident, marked by alleged attempts to alter justice laws during the PSD-ALDE government. The incident involved excessive force by gendarmes against peaceful protesters, resulting in numerous injuries.", "Future implications include potential international scrutiny if the case is not resolved before the 2026 statute of limitations. The repeated delays and accusations of political influence raise concerns about the Romanian justice system's effectiveness and impartiality."