CLEAN : ICoast judge says Gbagbo trial can happen without her

The transcript discusses the accused's decision not to appear in court, emphasizing the trial's credibility due to the legal provisions in place for defense. It highlights the judgment criteria based on facts and addresses the potential strategy to discredit the trial, acknowledging the challenges faced.

Who decided that the accused would not appear in court?

• The justice system

• The lawyers

• The accused

• The judge

Why is the trial considered credible?

• Because the accused had a chance to defend herself

• Because the media covered it extensively

• Because the accused was forced to appear

• Because the judge is well-known

What ensures that the accused will be defended in court?

• The presence of media

• The judge's intervention

• The appointment of lawyers by the court

• The accused's personal lawyer

On what basis is the trial conducted?

• Legal texts and facts

• The judge's discretion

• Media reports

• Public opinion

What is the possible reason for trying to discredit the trial?

• To gain public sympathy

• To highlight the accused's innocence

• To delay the proceedings

• As a strategy due to existing difficulties