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December 15, 2014

Standoff Continues After Gunman Takes Hostages at Australian Cafe 
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In Sydney, Australia, a gunman has taken an unknown number of people
hostage at a cafe in the city center. The hostages were reportedly made
to display an Islamic flag in the window of the Lindt chocolate shop and
cafe. Five people have been seen fleeing from the scene after they
either escaped or were freed. There are no reports of injuries so far.
Police have surrounded the area and are reportedly negotiating to free
the remaining hostages.

 

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