Alberto Fujimori, a former president of Peru who was convicted for human rights abuses, dies at 86
Briefly

Alberto Fujimori rose from political outsider to a president who rescued Peru's economy and fought insurgencies, but ultimately fell from grace due to autocratic excesses.
His presidency was characterized by a mix of decisive actions to stabilize Peru and troubling authoritarianism, leading to a controversial legacy marked by both admiration and condemnation.
Fujimori's eventual downfall came after a series of risky political moves, culminating in his fleeing Peru amidst corruption scandals, leaving a mixed legacy as both a savior and a tyrant.
Despite his controversial past, Fujimori's daughter revealed plans for him to potentially run for the presidency again in 2026, highlighting ongoing political ramifications of his leadership.
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