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As polls pointed to defeat, millions joined a 'Lula's Army' channel that is credited with helping transform online enthusiasm into real-world mobilisation.
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The troops are expected to protect energy facilities in northern Niger, near the Libyan border.
Israel escalates forced expulsions and infrastructure destruction with the goal of imposing 'new reality', analysts say.
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Debris fell on the Saudi city of Khamis Mushait after Houthi-fired missiles were intercepted.