Peru holds funeral for Fujimori, former president linked to rights abuses
Briefly

Alberto Fujimori's funeral in Peru drew supporters and critics, illustrating the ongoing debate about his complex legacy as a leader who both stabilized the economy and committed abuses.
Many Peruvians credit Fujimori with stabilizing the economy through a program of economic shock therapy and dismantling the Maoist rebel group Shining Path during his rule.
However, detractors describe him as a corrupt, authoritarian figure whose abuses continue to scar Peru's democracy, igniting further debate about his controversial legacy.
Gisela Ortiz remarked on the tragedy of recognizing a leader convicted of serious crimes, emphasizing the painful impact of Fujimori's policies on victims of government violence.
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