Argentina - RajjeViyu

Sun English Edition | 1 year ago | tense

Future of Maradona death trial in doubt as scandal-hit judge steps down

Judge Julieta Makintach has stepped down from the trial of Diego Maradona's medical team after a scandal involving her participation in a miniseries about the case. The recusal occurred on Tuesday following allegations of impartiality, influence peddling, and bribery. The trailer for 'Divine Justice' showed Makintach in court corridors, and unauthorized recordings were made. The hearing descended into chaos with accusations from prosecutor Patricio Ferrari and defense lawyer Rodolfo Baque. Maradona's daughter Gianinna and former partner Veronica Ojeda were emotional. Makintach stated she had 'no choice' but to withdraw from the three-judge panel, throwing the trial's future into doubt.

Maldives Republic | 2 years, 5 months ago | neutral

Former Argentine Army Officer Faces Trial in Italy for Crimes Against Humanity

A Rome judge has ordered the trial of former Argentine army officer Lieutenant Colonel Carlos Luis Malatto for the premeditated killing of eight people during Argentina's military dictatorship (1976-1983). Malatto fled Argentina in 2011 to Sicily. An extradition request was denied by Rome in 2014 due to insufficient evidence, but Italy began its own investigation in 2015. The trial is scheduled to commence on 22 April. Victims' relatives seek justice. Italy previously convicted 24 people for Operation Condor in 2019.

Maldives Republic | 2 years, 7 months ago | positive

Messi Wins Record Eighth Ballon d’Or

Argentine superstar Lionel Messi won a record eighth Ballon d'Or in Paris, beating Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe. Messi's World Cup triumph with Argentina earned him the award. Manchester City was named men's club of the year, and Aitana Bonmatí won the women's Ballon d'Or. Other winners included Jude Bellingham (Kopa Trophy) and Vinicius Junior (Sócrates Award). Messi expressed joy at achieving his World Cup dream.