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“I think a failed state is the responsibility of the people who have made that state fail, and those are generally the people of that country.”

Quote by Lakhdar Brahimi

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Lakhdar Brahimi
Lakhdar Brahimi

Lakhdar Brahimi is a renowned political leader born on January 1, 1934. He has extensive experience in international diplomacy and politics, holding several significant positions. more

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