 Sierra Leone's war crimes tribunal has asked the International Criminal Court (ICC) to host the trial of ex-Liberian leader Charles Taylor. The ICC said Sierra Leone's request to use The Hague as a venue was being considered, but stressed the African tribunal would still control the case. The request has been backed by Liberian President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf. Mr Taylor, who was captured on Wednesday in Nigeria, faces charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity. The 11 counts, including responsibility for murder, rape and mutilation, relate to his alleged role fomenting war in Sierra Leone. ...
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