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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Graham Keeley

Fake news: How Portugal ‘fooled’ ex-dictator to believe he still led from his sickbed

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Portugal’s late dictator António de Oliveira Salazar was fed an “absurd” fantasy by aides to make him believe that he still governed the country for two years after he was replaced because of failing health, a new book claims.

Mr Salazar ruled Portugal from 1932 until 1968 when he suffered a series of health problems and was replaced as head of state by Marcelo Caetano.

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