Poised for a Comeback

Benazir Bhutto's London flat is comfortable but hardly ostentatious. The most noteworthy decorative touches are several bouquets of slightly wilted flowers sent by supporters after the Pakistani Supreme Court decided on April 6 to set aside her 1999 corruption conviction. The former Prime Minister's elation hasn't faded. "I'm absolutely thrilled," she says. "Now I am free of any stain." When reminded that the verdict is not an exoneration, but rather an order to set aside her conviction for allegedly taking kickbacks from a Swiss firm and proceed with a retrial, and that charges remain pending against her, Bhutto is dismissive. "Anyone...

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