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Syria funeral in Damascus sparks large protest
Syrian security forces fired live rounds and tear gas at thousands marching in a Damascus funeral turning into one of the capital’s biggest protests since the 11 month uprising. Chinese envoy visits Syria urging dialogue and support for Arab League mediation for a political solution. The U.N. tally says over 5,400 people have died since March.
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