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Paul Rusesabagina, portrayed as hero in Hollywood film Hotel Rwanda, released from prison

In Rwanda, Paul Rusesabagina, a former hotel manager portrayed as a hero in the Hollywood film Hotel Rwanda, has been released from prison. Rwandan court had sentenced him to 25 years for terrorism two years ago.<br />'' <br />'' A government spokesperson said, Mr Rusesabagina's sentence had been commuted by presidential order. Mr Rusesabagina, 68, is credited with saving around 1,200 people during the 1994 genocide.<br />'' <br />''The US President, Joe Biden called the news of his release a happy outcome.<br />

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