Exiled Bokassa blames Giscard for downfall and revenge claim
Abidjan Ivory Coast exiled ruler Jean Bedel Bokassa calls proclaiming himself emperor the greatest mistake of his life. He accuses former French President Giscard d Estaing of causing his downfall and says he later helped end Giscard's political career.
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Bokassa denies atrocities and rules as emperor bid
In a controversial interview the Central African Republic ruler Bokassa defends his reign, denies mass killings and cannibalism allegations, claims no ambition to return to power, and says he would accept leadership again only as president. He notes his coronation drew on Napoleon but rejects exile. The report also lists lottery numbers from Maryland and Pennsylvania.
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Bokassa interview from exile recalls French ties and downfall
In an interview conducted amid security measures, ex emperor Bokassa recounts his support for Giscard d Estaing, gifts of diamonds and ivory, and a long affectionate history with France. He laments passport denial, notes residence in Ivory Coast, and recalls Dacko’s 1979 overthrow with Libyan ties and executions linked to a Bangui massacre.
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