CLEAN : Two IS 'Beatles' charged in US for roles in murders of American hostages

The video covers a legal briefing on an initial court appearance following an indictment. It discusses the absence of a preliminary hearing due to established probable cause, the upcoming detention hearing, and the potential complexity of the case involving sensitive information. Counsel was appointed for the defendants, and COVID-19 protocols were outlined for court attendance, with future proceedings possibly conducted via video teleconference.

Why might there be a series of hearings leading up to the trial?

What are the protocols mentioned for individuals coming from overseas to the courthouse?