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“We must rid the world of the scourge of these agents of death and destruction”

Quote by Boutros Boutros-Ghali

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Boutros Boutros-Ghali

Boutros Boutros-Ghali was an Egyptian politician who served as the Secretary-General of the United Nations. Born on November 14, 1922, in Alexandria, Egypt, he passed away on February 16, 2016. He had a rich experience and significant contributions in politics, diplomacy, and international relations. more

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