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Thu - Dec 16 -

SAUDI MILITIA MUSTERING -

*RIYADH - Hundreds of Saudi security forces gathered in Riyadh on Thursday ahead of planned protest marches against the kingdom's absolute monarchy organised by an exiled opposition figure.

Witnesses said security forces, some carrying batons, were brought into the centre of town in coaches with iron grills over their windows. Dozens of police cars patrolled the area and police motorbikes blocked some access roads...*

:: Reuters via Khaleej Times ::

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