South Sudan: Riek Machar presented in a cage as high-stakes treason trial unfolds

The trial of former South Sudan Vice President Riek Machar began on Monday in the capital, Juba.

Machar, alongside the coaccused, was presented in a cage inside the courtroom.

The justice authorities said Machar faced criminal charges for his alleged role in an attack on a garrison of government troops earlier this year.

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