Liberia's Senate and House endorse resolution to establish War and Economic Crimes Court for addressing civil wars' scars (1989-2003), with US support.
Liberia's Senate and House of Representatives have endorsed a resolution to establish a War and Economic Crimes Court, aiming to address the deep scars left by the country's brutal civil wars from 1989 to 2003. The court will investigate crimes against humanity and corruption committed during Liberia's civil wars, which killed an estimated 250,000 people and displaced millions. The US has expressed strong support for the move, with Senator James Elroy Risch stating it's a significant step towards healing from Liberia's civil wars.
April 14, 2024
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