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According to The Guardian, "t has emerged that when, in November 2000, it was first suggested to Rupert that he testify against McKevitt, the American informer balked at the idea.. t is understood that he changed his mind after seeing a news report on the Omagh bombing. Rupert"s testimony was crucial in McKevitt being convicted of directing terrorism. In 2006, McKevitt"s legal team appealed the conviction based on the defense team not having access to information concerning the tax affairs of Rupert during the original trial.