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ICC convicts former Central African Republic militia commander of torture

Detention center abuses lead to conviction.

The International Criminal Court convicted former Seleka rebel commander Mahamat Said Abdel Kani of crimes against humanity for abusing and torturing prisoners at a detention facility in Bangui during conflict in the Central African Republic. Judges cited evidence of severe mistreatment, while victims and officials welcomed the ruling as an important measure of accountability. Human rights advocates praised the verdict but warned that ongoing violence and limited judicial resources continue to hinder broader justice efforts. Said, who pleaded not guilty, will be sentenced at a later date.

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https://apnews.com/article/netherlands-court-central-african-republic-conviction-f83c954824578c268af5527d94495088