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Belgian diplomat faces trial over 1961 Congo leader killing

ABI Analysis · Democratic Republic of the Congo macro Sentiment: -0.30 (negative) · 17/03/2026
Etienne Davignon, the only surviving suspect, is ordered to stand trial over war crimes tied to Patrice Lumumba's killing six decades ago. The case represents a historic moment in confronting Belgium's colonial past.

Sources: DW Africa

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