Mahamat Said's Trial: Last Active Case at ICC

In the final stages of the International Criminal Court trial, prosecutors present closing arguments against Mahamat Said Abdel Kani, accused of grave crimes against humanity and war crimes in the Central African Republics capital, Bangui, in 2013. The charges include torture, forced disappearances, and horrific abuses against women, children, and the elderly during a violent conflict between Seleka rebels and the anti-Balaka militia. Mahamat Said pleads not guilty, with his defense questioning the evidences reliability and bias. The defense will present their closing statements later this week, with a potential life sentence if found guilty. This trial marks the last active case at the global court, emphasizing the pursuit of justice for conflict victims worldwide.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.