Man who inspired film should face Rwanda terror trial, judge rules

The judge rejected Paul Rusesabagina’s argument that a court in Rwanda cannot try him because he is no longer a citizen
Paul Rusesabagina inspired the film Hotel Rwanda. Picture: Muhizi Olivier/AP

Paul Rusesabagina inspired the film Hotel Rwanda. Picture: Muhizi Olivier/AP

The terrorism trial of the man who inspired the film Hotel Rwanda can be held in the country, a judge has ruled.

The judge rejected Paul Rusesabagina’s argument that a court in Rwanda cannot try him because he is no longer a citizen.

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