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Belgian ex-diplomat to stand trial for Patrice Lumumba's murder

Primul articol: 17 mar. 2026, 16:33 | Ultima actualizare: 17 mar. 2026, 17:06 | 2 surse | 2 articole

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The trial marks a significant step in the long-standing pursuit of justice for the murder of Patrice Lumumba, a key figure in Congo's independence movement. Lumumba's assassination in 1961, shortly after Congo gained independence from Belgium, has been a source of controversy and accusations of Western involvement for decades. The upcoming trial will focus on the role of the former diplomat in the events leading up to Lumumba's death.

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Belgian court sends ex-diplomat, 93, to trial over 1961 murder of Congo leader Foto: The Guardian
The Guardian English 17 mar. 2026, 16:33 (acum 5 ore)

Belgian court sends ex-diplomat, 93, to trial over 1961 murder of Congo leader

Étienne Davignon is charged with participation in war crimes in relation to killing of then PM Patrice LumumbaA former Belgian diplomat , 93, should stand trial over alleged complicity in the 1961 murder of Patrice Lumumba, the first prime minister of what was then the newly independent Congolese state, a Brussels court has ruled.Étienne Davignon, the only person still alive among 10 Belgians the Lumumba family accuses of involvement in the killing, is charged with participation in war crimes. C

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Belgian court clears way for trial over 1961 killing of Congo PM Lumumba Foto: BBC News
BBC News English 17 mar. 2026, 17:06 (acum 4 ore)

Belgian court clears way for trial over 1961 killing of Congo PM Lumumba

Etienne Davignon, a 93-year-old ex-diplomat, is accused of involvement in the assassination of the independence hero.

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