sentences:  Events set in motion by the U.S. and Belgium on 14 September removed Lumumba from office with forces loyal to Joseph Mobutu.On 17 January 1961, he was handed over to Katangan authorities and executed by Belgian-led Katangese troops.An investigation by the Belgium's Parliament in 2001 found Belgium "morally responsible" for the murder of Lumumba, and the country has since officially apologised for its role in his death.