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Haitian Court: Duvalier Can Be Charged with Crimes Against Humanity

HeadlineFeb 21, 2014

A Haitian appellate court has ruled that former U.S.-backed dictator Jean-Claude “Baby Doc” Duvalier could be charged with crimes against humanity under international law. The suit was filed by victims of forced disappearances and torture during his 15-year rule. The court reverses an earlier ruling.

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