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Tunisia: 54 Killed in “Unprecedented” Attack Near Libyan Border

HeadlineMar 08, 2016

In Tunisia, more than 50 people have been killed in a militant attack, sparking fears the violence engulfing neighboring Libya is now spreading across the border. Dozens of attackers descended on a Tunisian town, attacking police and military stations. Tunisian President Beji Caid Essebsi called the attack “unprecedented” and blamed it on ISIL. Officials said at least 54 people were killed, including militants, security forces and civilians.

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