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93-year-old former Belgian diplomat appeals order to stand trial over Patrice Lumumba killing

A 93-year-old former Belgian diplomat ordered to stand trial over the 1961 killing of Congolese independence leader Patrice Lumumba has appealed the decision, his lawmaker said Friday.

Published Mar 27, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT | WFMZZ

A 93-year-old former Belgian diplomat who was ordered to stand trial over the 1961 killing of Congolese independence icon Patrice Lumumba has appealed the court decision. The appeal was announced Friday by the diplomat’s lawmaker.

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