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Lorcan Lovett

Photo of Lorcan Lovett

Lorcan Lovett

  • Lorcan Lovett
    Rebels prepare for ‘final battle’

    On Monday voting ended in an election that rights groups say wasn’t free or fair. Lorcan Lovett meets people caught on both sides of a bloody conflict

    Sun, 25 Jan 2026

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