Grave of suspected torture victims found in Paraguay

Officials have uncovered a common grave in Paraguay that contained at least two bodies of victims believed tortured and killed under former strongman Alfredo Stroessner, authorities said. Speaking at the grave site Thursday, President Fernando Lugo called it the remnants of a “painful period” in Paraguay’s history

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Third love-child claim hits Paraguayan president

A third woman has come forward claiming that Paraguayan President Fernando Lugo fathered a child with her out of wedlock. Damiana Moran, a teacher, told reporters Wednesday that she is confident Lugo will recognize the paternity of the 16-month-old boy. “He has the will to take responsibility as it corresponds to the rights of the child,” she said

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