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Trial of political opponent Sonko for alleged rape begins in Senegal

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Images of the Dakar courthouse where the trial against Senegalese opposition figure Ousmane Sonko for alleged rape and making death threats is taking place. His trial opened on May 16 but was immediately adjourned until May 23 after he failed to attend. IMAGES

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