Salvatore Riina
Salvatore 'Shorty' Riina was a notorious Italian mafia boss and the head of Cosa Nostra from the 1980s until his arrest in 1993. Known for his ruthless tactics, Riina orchestrated numerous violent acts against the Italian state, including the murders of prominent anti-mafia judges Giovanni Falcone and Paolo Borsellino. His reign marked a peak in mafia violence, leading to a national crisis in Italy. Following his imprisonment, Riina’s legacy has continued to impact Cosa Nostra, contributing to ongoing struggles within the organization as it attempts to regain power amid increasing law enforcement pressure.
Born on Nov 16, 1930 (94 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| United Kingdom | 1 | 1.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 18,264 | $2,700,000 | 726$ |
| Totals | 1 | 67,886,011 | 18,264 | $2,700,000 | 726$ |
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Salvatore 'Shorty' Riina was a ferocious super-boss of the mafia who declared war on the state and orchestrated the murders of Falcone and Borsellino.
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