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Craxi

British  
/ ˈkræksɪ /

noun

  1. Bettino (beˈtiːno). 1934–2000, Italian socialist statesman; prime minister (1983–87)

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But with Craxi gone, end the entire First Republic with him, Berlusconi was without protection and faced the risk of either prison time or joining his friend in Tunisia.

From Salon • Jun. 18, 2023

His friendship with Socialist leader and former Premier Bettino Craxi was widely credited for helping him become a media baron.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 12, 2023

His close friendship with longtime Socialist leader and former Premier Bettino Craxi was widely credited for helping him become a media baron.

From Washington Times • Jun. 12, 2023

In 1985, Bettino Craxi, the prime minister at the time, introduced a large amnesty for illegal buildings.

From New York Times • Dec. 3, 2022

It was addressed to the former Italian PM Bettino Craxi, who was at the time hiding from the law in Hammamet, Tunisia.

From BBC • Dec. 7, 2016