'Deeply saddened': India condoles death of 56 fans in Guinea football stampede

A stampede during a football tournament in Nzérékoré, Guinea, tragically claimed 56 lives and injured dozens. Chaos erupted after fans protested a referee's decision, leading to panic among the thousands of spectators. Security forces used tear gas, exacerbating the situation. The tragedy raises concerns about safety and political tensions in the military-led nation.

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