Trial of French cement giant Lafarge, accused of financing terrorist group ISIS (Daesh) and violating international sanctions in Syria, began Tuesday at the Paris Criminal Court ▪️ Hearings, set to continue through Dec. 16, will see Lafarge tried as a legal entity along with eight individuals ▪️ Separate investigation into Lafarge for alleged complicity in crimes against humanity remains ongoing, a first of its kind worldwide ▪️ Defendants face up to 10 years in prison and €225,000 in fines if convicted 📌 Anadolu Agency revealed in 2021 documents proving Lafarge financed terrorist group ISIS with knowledge of French intelligence. Documents then drew widespread international attention #Lafarge #France #Paris #AnadoluAgency #Anadolu