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The Roma's return

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France has faced a large amount of criticism from its European neighbours over its treatment of Roma people. Since the start of the year more than 8,000 have been deported. Once they land in Romania, many Roma immediately set about trying to get back to France.

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by Anonyme - 01/10/2010 - 19:46

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