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international-justice2 years ago

"Former Gambian Minister Ousman Sonko on Trial in Geneva for Murder and Crimes Against Humanity"

Ousman Sonko, former Gambian interior minister, is on trial in Switzerland for alleged complicity in torture, murder, and rape during the regime of former dictator Yahya Jammeh. If convicted, he could face life imprisonment, marking a pivotal case for Switzerland's universal jurisdiction principle. Sonko's trial represents a significant step towards justice for victims of Jammeh's regime, with the Gambian Truth, Reconciliation and Reparations Commission recommending prosecution of Jammeh and his accomplices.

via Al Jazeera English|
#crimes-against-humanity#gambia#international-justice
legalcrime2 years ago

"Gambian Ex-Minister Ousman Sonko Faces Trial in Switzerland for Alleged Crimes"

Ousman Sonko, a former Gambian interior minister, is on trial in Switzerland for crimes against humanity, including killings, torture, and rape allegedly committed during President Yahya Jammeh's repressive regime. Sonko's lawyer denies his responsibility, claiming that the National Intelligence Agency was behind the crimes. Switzerland is using universal jurisdiction to prosecute him, and this trial is seen as a warning to repressive governments. The case is based on extensive evidence, including testimonies from alleged victims and witnesses. This is the second time Switzerland has tried someone under universal jurisdiction for crimes against humanity, and other countries are also pursuing cases against former members of Jammeh's regime.

via BBC.com|
#crimes-against-humanity#legalcrime#ousman-sonko
legalcrime2 years ago

"Gambian Ex-Minister Ousman Sonko Faces Trial in Switzerland for Alleged Crimes"

Ousman Sonko, a former Gambian minister, is on trial in Switzerland for crimes against humanity, including murder, rape, and torture, becoming the highest-ranking official to be tried in Europe under universal jurisdiction. The trial involves nine Gambian plaintiffs, including a woman who alleges that Sonko raped her multiple times and held her captive. Sonko denies the charges, and his lawyer has requested the case be abandoned due to issues with the investigation and hearings. If convicted, Sonko could face a life sentence.

via Reuters|
#crimes-against-humanity#gambia#legalcrime