Politics

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Experts hope for peace and tranquility in Bangladesh ahead of elections

Belgium, Dec 07 (ANI): Experts gathered in European parliament and called for peace and tranquility, as they discussed the grim political situation in Bangladesh due to the ongoing clash between the leading parties which could delay or even derail elections due by January in the country. Recently, the European parliament passed a resolution on Bangladesh, urging the parties to refrain from violence and conduct elections in a peaceful manner. Commenting over political uncertainty, Bangladesh Information Commissioner, Sadeka Halim said that the international friends are concerned about the current turmoil. Member of the European Parliament for London for the Conservative Party, Timothy Charles Ayrton Tannock is pinning hopes on free and fair elections. Dec 7, 2013
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Draw delivers difficult openers for World Cup favourite

After a poignant tribute to Nelson Mandela, who died the day before, the closely-followed final draw of the 2014 World Cup went ahead on Friday. Brazil, with a favorable draw, remains the favorite to win the tournament.  Dec 7, 2013
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Ivorians say Mandela should be example

Shocked by Nelson Mandela's death, the Ivory Coast wants to see African leaders follow the steps of the South African leader and show more of his ideals of forgiveness, peace and good governance. Duration: 1:15 Dec 7, 2013
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Former US state secretaries pay homage to Mandela

Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said Nelson Mandela would be 'remembered' for his 'dignity', following the death of the former South African statesman yesterday at age 95. Duration: 1:05 Dec 7, 2013
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London pays tribute to late Nelson Mandela

Hundreds of people Friday paid tribute to Nelson Mandela at South Africa House in London, where many laid flowers and lit candles, some in tears, others singing and dancing as they remembered South Africa's first black president. Duration: 1:19 Dec 7, 2013
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Smiling Pope Francis immortalised in Rome wax museum

Pope Francis has become the latest figure in Rome's wax museum with a statue depicting the pontiff smiling in the iconic moment when he appeared on the balcony of St Peter's Basilica after his election. Duration: 0:45 Dec 7, 2013
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