Honduras braces for trouble in presidential election

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Honduras is bracing itself for potential violence as more than five million people vote on Sunday to replace President Juan Orlando Hernandez, a controversial figure accused of drug trafficking in the United States.

6 months ago·T G U, Honduras

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Times of India

Honduras braces for trouble in presidential election

Rest of World News: TEGUCIGALPA: Honduras is bracing itself for potential violence as more than five million people vote on Sunday to replace President Juan Orlando Herna.

6 months ago·Mumbai, India

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Reuters

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The Guardian

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6 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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