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Germany, Israel mark 50 years since Munich Olympics massacre

In this file photo taken on September 5, 1972 a Palestinian militant appears on the balcony of the Olympic Village building where members of Israel's Olympic team were taken hostage, Munich, southern Germany. AFP - -

Germany and Israel's presidents on Monday lead commemorations marking 50 years since the Munich Olympics attack, with hopes that a long-awaited compensation deal for bereaved families will finally help them heal from the painful episode.

A row over the financial offer previously made by Berlin to victims' relatives had threatened to sour the ceremony, with family members planning a boycott.

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