Ivica Dačić
Serbian politician and Prime Minister
Born in 1966, served as the 95th Prime Minister of Serbia. Participated in various governmental roles over the years, including Minister of Foreign Affairs. Played a significant role in Serbian politics and shaped foreign policy through multiple diplomatic engagements. Engaged in significant coalition agreements and political negotiations within Serbia. Contributed to numerous discussions regarding Serbia's path towards European Union integration.
Served as Prime Minister of Serbia
Held the position of Minister of Foreign Affairs
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Malian politician, Prime Minister of Mali
Born
January 1st, 1939 87 years ago
Died
2022 4 years ago — 83 years old
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January 1st, 1984 42 years ago
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Tunisian football player, Al Ahly SC defender
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January 1st, 1990 36 years ago
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Soccer Player and Sportscaster
Born
January 1st, 1975 51 years ago
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Italian cartoonist famous for La Linea
Born
January 1st, 1920 106 years ago
Died
March 3rd, 2007 19 years ago — 87 years old
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American politician and attorney, Mayor of Detroit
Born
January 1st, 1942 84 years ago
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