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Suriname Ex-Dictator Desi Bouterse Dies at 79, Leaving a Controversial Legacy

December 28, 2024December 28, 2024 - by Marcus Chen - Leave a Comment

Desi Bouterse, the ex-dictator of Suriname, died at 79, living in hiding after being convicted of executing political opponents. A military coup in 1980 launched his career, followed by his …

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Suriname’s Opposition NDP Will Not Request State Funeral for Desi Bouterse

December 27, 2024December 27, 2024 - by Carmen Mendez - Leave a Comment

Ramon Abrahams of the NDP confirmed that the party is not asking for a state funeral for former president Desi Bouterse. Bouterse’s body is currently held by authorities for an …