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Terrorist on Trial: The United States vs. Salim Ajami

A terrorist's life is disrupted when US agents seize him from West Beirut, but he's soon accused of a devastating crime that killed six innocent people, including a child. The case goes to trial, a turning point in the quest for justice.

A Palestinian terrorist is smuggled out of West Beirut by American secret forces and charged with murdering five innocent people, including a five-year-old child. The case sparks an unprecedented trial, with the defendant facing charges under a new Federal statute declaring the murder of American civilians overseas a felony. Renowned defense lawyer Resnick, a Law Professor at a prestigious university, takes on the case, pitting his skills against those of the prosecution in a battle of wits.

Info about Terrorist on Trial: The United States vs. Salim Ajami

Studio(s): Robert Papazian Productions, Century Group Ltd.

Originally Released: United States, Dec 30, 1988

Production Country: United States

Genres:Drama