Charles Taylor is accused of funding atrocities there in return for 'blood diamonds.' The former leader, who has compared himself to Jesus, denies the charges Photo: REUTERS/Jerry Lampen
Liberian Despot Charles Taylor Worked With US Intelligence -- The Telegraph
Charles Taylor, the former Liberian despot charged with war crimes, worked with American intelligence agencies during his rise to power, the US government has confirmed.
Taylor, the first ever African head of state to face an international tribunal, has been indicted for fomenting a bloody civil war in the neighbouring West African country of Sierra Leone which claimed some 120,000 lives in the 10 years to 2001.
He has been accused of terrorising civilians, recruitment of child soldiers, accepting "mayonnaise jars" stuffed with diamonds, and even cannibalism.
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My Comment: No surprises on the CIA's involvement .... but it is still a sad indictment that we end up with war criminals like Charles Taylor being our ally in this part of Africa.
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