Terrorist on Trial: The United States vs. Salim Ajami (1988)

In the labyrinthine turmoil of West Beirut, an Arab terrorist, Salim Ajami, is stealthily extracted by an elite American Special Forces unit. Charged with the conspiracy to commit murder and the cold-blooded killing of five innocents, including a tender-aged five-year-old, Ajami is thrust into the heart of the American justice system. This unprecedented trial ensues under a fresh Federal statute, making the murder of American civilians overseas an indictable felony. Ajami's defense is taken up hesitantly by Simon Resnick, a Law Professor at a prestigious university. Despite having not fought a case in years, Resnick's reputation as one of the nation's best defense lawyers remains unscathed. On the other side of the courtroom is the relentless prosecutor Jim Delmore, setting the stage for a high-stakes legal showdown between two of the most brilliant legal minds in the country. In a trial that is intended to be a showcase for American justice, the courtroom becomes a battlefield of wits and wills, where every argument and counterargument could tip the balance. As the intricate case unfolds in extended courtroom scenes, it takes unexpected twists, keeping everyone on the edge of their seats. "Terrorist on Trial: The United States vs. Salim Ajami" is a riveting tale of justice, politics, and the unyielding pursuit of truth, where the line between guilt and innocence blurs, challenging the very essence of the law.

Terrorist on Trial: The United States vs. Salim Ajami is a drama movie featuring Sam Waterston and directed by Jeff Bleckner.

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