Swiss court convicts former Gambian Interior Minister Ousman Sonko for crimes against humanity, sentencing him to 20 years in prison under universal jurisdiction principle.

A Swiss court has convicted former Gambian Interior Minister Ousman Sonko for crimes against humanity, sentencing him to 20 years in prison. Sonko, who served under former President Yahya Jammeh, was found guilty of intentional homicide, torture, and false imprisonment. This verdict marks the first time a former high-ranking official has been tried in Europe under the principle of universal jurisdiction, which allows serious crimes committed abroad to be prosecuted. Sonko's conviction sets a precedent for future cases and serves as a landmark moment for Gambian victims of brutal crimes under former President Yahya Jammeh's rule.

May 15, 2024
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