Colombian court overturns former president's conviction

Former Colombian president's felony convictions overturned by court Colombia's ex-president Alvaro Uribe sees his 12-year prison sentence for fraud and bribery lifted after a ruling overturns the charges related to alleged bribing of paramilitaries to deny his connections to their groups. The court in Bogotá deems the ex-leader's accuser's testimony lacking credibility, also highlighting illegal wiretap methods used in investigations against Uribe. The decision, which can be challenged by victims, sparks controversy as Colombia's first left-wing President criticizes the outcome, denouncing the hushing up of paramilitary rule history in the country.