Fujimori believes he gained Japan's understanding for daring assault

Fujimori believes he gained Japan's understanding for daring assault

SANTIAGO, Peru - Former Peruvian President Alberto Fujimori speaks in a an interview with Kyodo News in Santiago on Dec. 8. He expressed his belief that he obtained Japan's understanding in resolving the Peruvian hostage crisis at the Japanese ambassador's residence with force. The interview was conducted prior to the 10th anniversary of the crisis eruption on Dec. 17, 1996.

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