Cambodia opens first 'Killing Fields' trial

The video discusses the trial of Kaing Guek Eav, known as Duch, a key figure in Cambodia's Khmer Rouge regime, responsible for the torture and execution of over 15,000 people at Tuol Sleng Prison. The trial, which has drawn significant public interest, is seen as a long-awaited step towards justice. However, there is debate about its relevance today, as many Cambodians still bear the scars of the past. The video highlights the discovery of Tuol Sleng's horrors by filmmaker Ho Van Tay and the ongoing grief of survivors like Norng Chan Phal. While some hope for more prosecutions, the government is hesitant to expand the tribunal. The trial is expected to last four months, with hopes it will help close a dark chapter in Cambodia's history.

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