Liberia court bails politicians accused of arson

Four Liberian politicians, including the former House Speaker, were released on bail after being charged with arson related to the Capitol building fire. Jonathan Fonati Koffa and three other lawmakers were released after posting a $440,000 bond, facing charges including arson and attempted murder. The fire occurred in December, a day after protests over Koffa's planned removal as speaker. The blaze destroyed the legislature's joint chambers, with damage estimated at $8.6 million. A travel ban has been imposed on the accused pending the case's conclusion, stemming from a power struggle within the House.