Augusto Pinochet
Augusto Pinochet was a Chilean general who came to power in a military coup in 1973 that overthrew the democratically elected President Salvador Allende. He ruled Chile as a dictator until 1990, implementing neoliberal economic reforms while presiding over widespread human rights abuses, including the imprisonment, torture, and execution of political opponents. Pinochet's regime remains a controversial and significant chapter in Chile's history, reflecting the complexities of Cold War politics in Latin America.
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Augusto Pinochet is referenced as a historical figure in the context of Chile's power transfers.
No traspases, José Antonio, una crónica de Fernando Vivas sobre Kast, el presidente electo de Chile | TLCnota
Peru· 2026-03-07
Augusto Pinochet was mentioned as a historical reference in the context of democratic change.
Diario Co Latino - Informándote con Credibilidad
El Salvador· 2026-03-06
Augusto Pinochet's regime is referenced in discussions about state control in El Salvador.
Diario Co Latino - Informándote con CredibilidadEl Salvador· 2026-02-28
Augusto Pinochet was a Chilean dictator involved in numerous human rights violations during his regime.
সিনেমার গল্পটা সত্য, তবে এর আড়ালেও আছে আরও অনেক ঘটনা, নানা ব্যাখ্যা, ভিন্ন প্রেক্ষাপট—সবকিছু নিয়েই এই লেখা।
Bangladesh· 2026-02-09Augusto Pinochet established a dictatorship in Chile, which is referenced in the context of the country's political history.
Migrants in Chile fear what’s next after Kast wins election
Canada· 2026-02-07
Óscar Arias referenced Augusto Pinochet as an example of a dictator who created his own constitution.
Óscar Arias la emprende como nunca contra Rodrigo Chaves y el oficialismo: ‘Todas las dictaduras quieren su propia Constitución’
Costa Rica· 2026-02-01
Augusto Pinochet is referenced as a dictator who established a constitutional assembly to consolidate power.
La elección más importante en décadas: cuatro razones para reflexionar su votoCosta Rica· 2026-02-01
Augusto Pinochet's military dictatorship is echoed in Ariel Dorfman's play.
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Latvia· 2026-01-18
General Augusto Pinochet of Chile is mentioned as a historical figure associated with violent suppression.
The fragmentation of democracy - Stabroek News
Guyana· 2026-01-14
Augusto Pinochet is referenced in the context of military regimes.
La premisa básica: ‘Todos son cabrones menos yo’Costa Rica· 2026-01-13
Pinochet is referenced as a dictator who was judged under the principle of universal justice.
La captura de un narcodictador
Colombia· 2026-01-12
Augusto Pinochet led the military coup that overthrew Salvador Allende and established a dictatorship in Chile.
Boric, el momento de la reflexión: “La izquierda que solo culpa al adversario está condenada a diluirse” | EL PAÍS Semanal
Spain· 2026-01-11
Augusto Pinochet's regime was responsible for the deaths and torture of thousands in Chile.
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Sweden· 2025-12-21
Augusto Pinochet was the general in command of the military dictatorship in Chile during the 1970s.
No regime de Pinochet, a música era um meio de tortura e de conforto nas prisões | História
Portugal· 2025-12-20
Kast has personal and family support for the dictatorship of Augusto Pinochet in his past.
Chile president-elect Kast secured commanding win, but faces challenges aheadGuyana· 2025-12-16
Augusto Pinochet is referenced in the context of Kast's support for his dictatorship.
Kast califica a Maduro de ‘narcodictador’ tras responderle sobre migrantes venezolanos
Panama· 2025-12-16
Augusto Pinochet's regime marked a long night for freedoms in Chile.
Les devoirs de l’extrême droite victorieuse au Chili
France· 2025-12-16Kast has repeatedly defended the bloody dictatorship of Augusto Pinochet.
Kast wins in Chile presidential runoff
Taiwan· 2025-12-16
Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship is admired by José Antonio Kast, who has promised to combat crime and deport irregular immigrants.
Maduro faz alerta a presidente eleito do Chile sobre deportação de venezuelanos: 'Cuidado'
Brazil· 2025-12-16
His eldest brother, Miguel Kast, was a government minister and central bank president in the early 1980s under the dictatorship of General Augusto Pinochet.
Jose Antonio Kast, Chile's next president, traces politics back to Pinochet eraGuyana· 2025-12-15
Augusto Pinochet was the military dictator of Chile before the return to democracy.
José Antonio Kast, o homem que levou a extrema-direita ao poder no Chile | América LatinaPortugal· 2025-12-15José Antonio Kast is an admirer of the dictatorship imposed by Augusto Pinochet.
¿Quién es José Antonio Kast, el nuevo presidente de Chile y líder de la extrema derecha?Costa Rica· 2025-12-15
The article discusses the ongoing rehabilitation of the bloody dictator Augusto Pinochet.
Frammenti di Ferruccio de Bortoli | Urne cilene e limiti delle leggi elettorali
Italy· 2025-12-15
Augusto Pinochet was a dictator in Chile from 1973 to 1990, and José Antonio Kast campaigned in favor of his continuity during the 1988 plebiscite.
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Uruguay· 2025-12-15
Augusto Pinochet was the dictator of Chile from 1973 to 1990, and José Antonio Kast voted for the continuation of his regime in the 1988 plebiscite.
Diario Co Latino - Informándote con CredibilidadEl Salvador· 2025-12-15José Antonio Kast campaigned in favor of the former dictator Augusto Pinochet.
Kast dice que será “el presidente de todos” y que en Chile “va a haber un cambio real” - Mundo
Paraguay· 2025-12-15
Augusto Pinochet was the general whose continuity José Antonio Kast campaigned for in the 1988 plebiscite.
Elecciones en Chile: Javier Milei celebra el triunfo de José Antonio Kast: “Un paso más de la región en defensa de la libertad” | MUNDOPeru· 2025-12-15
José Antonio Kast campaigned in favor of the then-dictator Augusto Pinochet during the 1988 plebiscite.
José Antonio Kast agradece a Dios la victoria y promete “restablecer el respeto a la ley” en Chile | MUNDOPeru· 2025-12-15Augusto Pinochet is a historical figure whose legacy is referenced in relation to José Antonio Kast's political views.
Cile, la presidenza alla destra: Kast vince il ballottaggioItaly· 2025-12-15
Augusto Pinochet was a dictator whose legacy is linked to José Antonio Kast.
El ultraderechista José Antonio Kast gana las elecciones presidenciales de Chile; vence por casi 20 puntos
Mexico· 2025-12-15
