Gbagbo's return gives push to 'reconciliation' call in Ivory Coast

Abidjan (AFP) June 18, 2021

Ivory Coast has successfully negotiated a day big on risk after its former president Laurent Gbagbo returned home, but analysts say the high emotions underscore the need for national healing. Thousands of supporters lined the streets of Abidjan on Thursday to celebrate the return of a man they revere as a hero, but who for others stirs memories of turmoil and bloodshed. The turnout for G