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Thursday, 7 November, 2002, 23:16 GMT
In pictures: Protesters in Florence
Thousands of anti-war and anti-globalisation activists have been descending on the historic Italian city of Florence for four days of debates aimed at uniting the diverse strands of their movement.

Music event by protesters
The architecture makes a stunning backdrop for an anti-globalisation music event

Protesters read a street map
Even protesters need tourist maps in Renaissance Florence

Police patrols and protest meeting
Police patrols have been stepped up as thousands of demonstrators gather in the city

Police look at a copy of David by Michelangelo
Officers keep a close watch on events...

Police divers
Even the river was subject to security checks

Police horses in Florence
Police are preparing for a massive demonstration on Saturday
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