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January 2, 2019

Bangladesh: 17 People Killed in Election Violence as Ruling Party Wins Landslide
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In Bangladesh, at least 17 people were killed during violent clashes
between the leading party and its opposition as voters headed to the
polls Sunday. The ruling Awami League party swept the parliamentary
elections, ensuring a third term for Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
Opposition leaders and election observers have called out gross
irregularities in voting, alleging widespread voter intimidation, and
restrictions on polling agents.


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