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The world shows their support for Manchester by lighting up iconic landmarks

Big cities around the globe stand by Manchester's side
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Following the devastating terror attacks in Manchester, countries across the globe have lit up iconic landmarks to show their support and sympathy to the victims.

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The attack, which took place at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester Arena, has sent shock waves around the world and has caused world leaders to speak out in support.

As well as this, iconic landmarks such as Belfast City Hall and the tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa (Dubai) have lit up in Union colours.

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Others, such as the Eiffel Tower in Paris and the Colosseum in Rome, fell dark to show their support.

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Other cities included Zagreb in Croatia, New York, Liverpool, London, Geneva, Toronto, Perth, Brisbane, Berlin, Hong Kong and Sunderland.