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Former Peruvian President Alberto Fujimori passed away at the age of 86 on Wednesday, September 11, after a long battle with cancer.
His daughter, Keiko Fujimori, announced his death in a heartfelt message on X, saying,
“After a long battle with cancer, our father, Alberto Fujimori, has just passed away to meet the Lord. We ask those who loved him to accompany us with a prayer for the eternal rest of his soul.
Thank you so much, Dad!” Fujimori leaves behind four children, including Keiko, Hiro, Sachie, and Kenji.
Fujimori’s death came just nine months after he was released from prison, where he had been serving a 25-year sentence since 2007.
His conviction in 2009 was for corruption and human rights abuses, including his role in the Barrios Altos and La Cantuta massacres, which left 25 people dead.
His presidency, which spanned from 1990 to 2000, was marred by these serious human rights violations, even as he tackled insurgencies and introduced economic reforms.
Fujimori’s life serves as a stark reminder that no position, not even the presidency, places individuals above the law.
His conviction highlighted that accountability is crucial in governance, helping to ensure that those in power are held responsible for their actions.
His death marks the end of a controversial era in Peru’s political history, with his legacy being one of both economic progress and grievous human rights violations.
