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April 27, 2015

Burundi: 5 Killed amid Protests over President's Re-election Bid 
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In the Central African nation of Burundi, police have fired tear gas and
water cannon on protesters massing for a second day against the
president's decision to seek a third term. Authorities have banned
protests related to the candidacy of President Pierre Nkurunziza, whose
bid critics say violates constitutional term limits. At least five
people were reported killed on Sunday, at least two of them shot dead by
police.

 

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