More than 800 people attended, people of all religions and none, to stand hand in hand, remembering the day when more than 1,200 people were killed and 251 taken hostage.

The news that the remaining hostages were to be released imminently was welcomed by everyone present and celebrated at the end of the event with music and dancing.

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