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Pakistan: 12 Killed In Stampede During Ramzan Alms Giving In Karachi

Twelve people were killed on Friday in a stampede at a food and cash distribution centre in Pakistan's Karachi during the Islamic holy month of Ramzan. At least 23 people have died in Ramzan food stampedes since the month began. Business owners in the month often hand out cash and food, especially to the poor.

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Twelve people were killed on Friday in a stampede at a food and cash distribution centre in Pakistan's Karachi during the Islamic holy month of Ramzan. At least 23 people have died in Ramzan food stampedes since the month began. Business owners in the month often hand out cash and food, especially to the poor.