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The clashes, in July, marked the latest outbreak of sectarian violence in Syria since Assad's overthrow.

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Police in Georgia have clashed with anti-government protesters trying to storm the presidential palace in the capital, Tbilisi.

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He also announced in a press release that 260 police officers and 20 protesters had been injured and 40 police vehicles and 20 private cars were torched in violent clashes.

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In several cities, including Milan and Bologna, there were clashes, with protesters throwing stones at police then being sprayed with tear gas.

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Armed relatives quickly fought back, sparking hours-long clashes with heavy gunfire.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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