Sporadic violence killed several people on Saturday.

不时发生的暴力行为于周六造成了数人的死亡。

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Violence in Iraq has dropped significantly during the past year, but insurgents continue to stage sporadic attacks on security forces and civilians.

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Sporadic violence has broken out in several cities around England, although London stayed largely quiet overnight.

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Sporadic violence has erupted since both sides declared tentative ceasefires on 17 and 18 January.

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Sporadic violence targeting the pipeline has been another concern, including a February explosion in northern Sinai.

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