Fujimori Eyes Return as Power Fades in Peru
Peru's Alberto Fujimori signals a possible comeback after he deactivated the National Intelligence Service and schedules new elections. Analysts say his hold on power rests on a fractured opposition, Montesinos’ fate, and reforms that could favor his allies in 2001 and beyond.
Panama rejects asylum for ex spy chief Montesinos
Panama refused asylum to Vladimiro Montesinos, Fujimori era spy chief tied to a bribery scandal. The cabinet said the petition would not be accepted after an urgent meeting with President Mireya Moscoso. Peruvian opposition seeks his arrest amid talks for new elections and the disbanding of the National Intelligence Service.
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Turkey frees rights activist Akin Birdal from prison
Akin Birdal, former president of the Human Rights Association, was released after 10 months for inciting racial hatred linked to urging an end to Turkey’s 16 year conflict with Kurdish rebels. He hopes to be the last jailed for writing and voicing ideas as EU and US call for reforms.
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