Taylor Defense lawyer falls ill

The Hague, Netherlands, 06 Aug-(ANA)-The trial of ex-Liberian leader Charles Taylor has been adjourned after his lead defense lawyer became ill                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          following alleged food poisoning.

Courtenay Griffiths’ ailment was announced by a member of the defense team who pleaded with judges for an adjournment.

The former Liberian leader is being tried at The Hague for his alleged involvement in Sierra Leone’s 11-year civil war.

Mr. Taylor denies all 11 charges of crimes against him.(ANA)

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