What does the cryptic crossword clue "When heinous, autocratic tyrant initially sorry? (4)" mean?

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When heinous, autocratic tyrant initially sorry? (4)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3232 | 22 Across | 2023-10-01 flower

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