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Sarkozy Prepares for Battle Ahead of French Elections

April 15, 2012 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Ahead of French Elections, the Race Has Turned Very Ugly as Country Deals With Economic Trouble

Mali Military Coup Condemned as Democracy Overthrown

March 23, 2012 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Instability in Saharan Desert and Mali Military Coup is Causing Mass Displacement and Conflict

Syria Violence Rages as China Comes to Government’s Defence

March 9, 2012 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Latest Syria Violence Rages Kills Nearly 20 on Friday as Diplomatic Pressure on Syria Increases

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