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Indyplus video: Bo Xilai trial ends as disgraced politician claims love triangle was reason for his downfall

 

Monday 26 August 2013 15:12 BST
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China's most sensational trial in decades ended on Monday with Bo Xilai seemingly attempting to shift the blame in a corruption scandal by hinting at a love triangle involving his wife and former right hand man.

The former Communist party chief has denied any wrongdoing. He has mounted a vigorous defence against charges that he acquired £2.8m through bribes, embezzlement and interfering with the murder investigation of British businessman Neil Heywood.

Watch the video below to see footage from the trial of, which began on Thursday.

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