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Pedro Sánchez is sworn in as Spain's new prime minister

Spain's new Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez (left) stands alongside King Felipe VI and Mariano Rajoy (right). (Courtesy)

Spanish Socialist Pedro Sánchez has been sworn in as the country's new prime minister by King Felipe after the ousting of conservative Mariano Rajoy.

Mr Sánchez, who is an atheist, took the oath to protect the constitution without a bible or crucifix - a first in Spain's modern history.

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