VIDEO: Niger churches destroyed in protests

Authorities in Niger say more than 40 churches were burned down during two days of protests over the publication of a Prophet Muhammad cartoon by the French satirical magazine, Charlie Hebdo.

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Habari Zinazoendana

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VIDEO: Niger violence over Charlie Hebdo cover

Police in the capital of Niger fire tear gas during a protest against the French magazine Charlie Hebdo's Prophet Muhammad cartoon

 

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