British court postpones Khelifa extradition hearing
2008-10-29
A Westminster court on Tuesday (October 28th) postponed the extradition hearing for Algerian multi-millionaire Rafik Abdelmoumene Khelifa until December 19th, Liberte reported. The Tuesday session was expected to assess the political climate and human rights in Algeria to decide if Khelifa should be returned from British custody.
This content was commissioned for Magharebia.com.
Loading
Email to a friend
Print version
ahmed/batna Posted 2008-10-30
Return Rafik Abdelmoumene Khelifa to Algeria and there will be an extremely expeditious blanket sentence placed on him. The Algerian courts ruled on the sum of money stolen by Benflis, the former head of state, and a few brutish generals in his absence.
We welcome your comments on Magharebia's articles.
It is our hope that you will use this forum to interact with other readers across the Maghreb. In order to keep this experience interesting, we ask you to follow the rules outlined in the comments policy. By submitting comments, you are consenting to these rules. While Magharebia.com encourages discussion on all subjects, including sensitive ones, the comments posted are solely the views of those submitting them. Magharebia.com does not necessarily endorse or agree with the ideas, views, or opinions voiced in these comments. This is a moderated forum. Comments deemed abusive, offensive, or those containing profanity may not be published.
Magharebia's Comments Policy