Judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) on Thursday dismissed an appeal against Côte d'Ivoire's former President Laurent Gbagbo, confirming his acquittal for crimes against humanity and paving the way for his return to the West African country after almost a decade.The decision was a blow for victims' families and provoked concern among observers who say the case highlights the need for serious reform within the court system.
"This is a victory for a man, President Gbagbo, whose innocence is finally fully recognised," said Gbagbo's lawyer Emmanuel Altit. "President Gbagbo always said that he believed in justice. Today, justice has been done."
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