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Burundi: 5 Killed amid Protests over President’s Re-election Bid

HeadlineApr 27, 2015

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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