Former dictator Efrain Rios Montt testifies for the first time at his genocide trial

The transcript covers a court session where José Mauricio Rodríguez Sánchez and José Efraín Ríos Montt are accused of genocide and violence. The accused deny involvement, claiming no evidence supports the accusations. Historical context is provided with a reference to Guatemala in 1982. The session concludes with final statements and a recess announcement.

What were the charges against José Mauricio Rodríguez Sánchez and José Efraín Ríos Montt?

What was the response of the accused regarding their participation in the alleged crimes?

On what date did Guatemala have an opportunity, according to the accused?

What did the accused declare about their intentions towards any ethnic group?

What did the accused insist about their actions and orders regarding genocide?