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A mob in Pakistan has vandalized a Christian neighbourhood over allegations of blasphemy, in an incident that has once again turned the spotlight on the country’s “blasphemy vigilantes.” Hundreds of people rioted in a Christian area of the north-eastern city of Sargodha. “The law-and-order situation is under control and we have arrested around two dozen protesters,” said Khurram Ali, a spokesperson for the local police. He said the timely intervention of the police saved lives but at least 20 policemen were injured in clashes with protesters. At least one man from the community was transported…

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