Monday, January 17, 2011

'Baby Doc' Duvalier back in Haiti

Jean-Claude Duvalier in March 1982"Baby Doc" was only 19 when he inherited power from his father.

The former president of Haiti, Jean-Claude Duvalier, has returned to the country, 25 years after he was overthrown by a popular revolt.

Mr Duvalier - also known as "Baby Doc" - arrived on a flight from France, where he has been living in exile.

It is not clear why he has returned to Haiti, where he is accused of massive corruption.

Haiti is in the midst of a political crisis over disputed presidential elections.

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Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-11943820

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