Libya marks the anniversary of its independence in 1951 for the first time since the fall of Col Muammar Gaddafi.

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Libya celebrates independence day

Mexico is celebrating the bicentennial of its independence amid high security, as fears continue of drug cartel violence.

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High alert for Mexico festivities

Mexico plans the largest ever celebration of its independence despite concerns about the country’s fragile financial state.

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Huge party marks Mexico independence

The BBC denies the director general compromised its independence by visiting Downing Street to discuss coverage of the govenrment’s spending cuts.

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BBC defends Thompson No 10 visit