Liberia's Taylor takes the stand in war crimes trial
Former Liberian President Charles Taylor took the stand in his own defense at his war crimes trial Tuesday, telling judges the case against him was built on lies.
International judges sentenced former Liberian President Charles Taylor to 50 years in prison Wednesday, saying he was responsible for ``some of the most heinous and brutal crimes recorded in human history'' by arming and supporting Sierra Leone rebels in return for ``blood diamonds.''