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Bangladesh - 22 die in clashes

At least 22 people have died in Islamist protests in Bangladesh. Up to half a million demonstrato...
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08.30 6 May 2013


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Bangladesh - 22 die in clashes

Bangladesh - 22 die in clashes

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08.30 6 May 2013


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At least 22 people have died in Islamist protests in Bangladesh.

Up to half a million demonstrators gathered in the capital Dhaka to call for greater segregation of men and women and stricter Islamic education.

Police used live ammunition against the rioters who set fire to cars and businesses in the city centre.

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Two hospitals are both reporting receiving 11 bodies - with dozens more injured.


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