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A former Gambian soldier is on trial in the U.S. on allegations he committed torture in his home country

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DENVER — Jury selection began Monday in the trial of a former Gambian soldier accused of torture in his home country, making him the first noncitizen to stand trial in the United States for allegedly committing torture abroad. Michael Correa, 45, a former soldier in the Gambia military, is charged with six counts of torture … Read more

Nicaraguan officials committed ‘systematic repression,’ UN says

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The United Nations on Thursday named 54 officials from Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega’s government who it said are responsible for serious human rights violations and crimes, in what was described as a “tightly coordinated system of repression.” The officials cited include military officers and members of the ruling party. In a 234-page report, the UN … Read more