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March for peace and against wars in the world will be held in Sofia

A vigil in Lalitpur, Nepal, in memory of the country's citizens who died in the Hamas attack on Israel, October 9, 2023.
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A procession entitled "Prayer for peace and against wars in the world" will be held in Sofia. The goal is to make a call for peace, compliance with international laws and respect for human rights, BNR reporter Elena Beykova reports. 

The procession will start at the National Palace of Culture in the center of the capital at 3:00 p.m. and will reach the square in front of the presidency. 

At the end of the demonstration, honour will be paid to those who have died in all modern-day wars around the world.



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