After more than 15 years of investigation, a Belgian appeals court has ruled that Martina Johnson — one of the most powerful commanders in Charles Taylor’s rebel movement — must finally stand trial for alleged atrocities committed during Liberia’s first civil war. Johnson is accused of leading brutal attacks during Operation Octopus, a 1992 assault that left hundreds dead and terrorized Monrovia. Victims and advocates say this long‑awaited decision is a major step toward justice, not just for those who suffered under Johnson’s command, but for all Liberians still waiting for accountability after the country’s devastating wars

Anthony Stephens reports in this social media Video. To read more about this story click this link: Liberia: Belgian Court Orders War Crimes Trial for Martina Johnson, a Key Ally of Warlord-Turned President Charles Taylor, After Decade-Long Investigation – FrontPageAfrica

This story is a collaboration with New Narratives as part of the “Investigating Liberia” project. Funding was provided by the Swedish Embassy in Liberia. The funder had no say in the story’s content.