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multisided armed conflict . the united nations estimate that more than 100 000 people have been killed and millions displaced . while the unhcr counted approximately 500 000 registered syrian refugees in january 2013 figures reached more than 4 6 million three years later . the humanitarian situation inside the country keeps deteriorating as in aleppo madaya and other besieged areas about 400 000 people are searching for aid according to unhcr estimates . similar photos view all syria civil war photos formula one japanese grand prix region asia pacific japan photo category sports motor racing photos the 2016 japanese grand prix is the 17th race of the 67th season of the popular fia formula one world championship the highest class of motor racing which generates worldwide interest . the race at the suzuka international racing course in suzuka will take place on 09 october and will be the 41st edition of a formula one race held in japan . eleven teams with 22 drivers compete in 21 grand 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