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Merkel, Tsipras, Lagarde, Renzi, Hollande in their swimsuits (pics)

They need some self-time

Newsroom August 18 02:43

They hold the future of whole countries in their hands. They are the global leaders. Politicians, financiers, opinion makers, media moguls.  A decision they make could affect the lives of millions. A phone call of theirs or a statement could plunge the stock markets of the world, or mean peace or war somewhere in the world. We often see them as larger than life figures on our TV screens. But they are as human as us, and the camera just goes to prove it. Here are some shots of world leaders relaxing during their summer holidays. They should know better. No one escapes from the paparazzi…

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epa02852943 Britain's Prime Minister David Cameron enjoys his vacation in the exclusive resort of Petrolo di Mercatale Valdarno, Tuscany region, Italy on 02 August 2011. The prime minister and his family are spending a two-week vacation in Tuscany.  EPA/MAURIZIO DEGL'INNOCENTI

epa02852924 British Prime Minister David Cameron (R) and his wife Samantha (L) are having lunch in a restaurant in Arezzo, Tuscany region, Italy, 02 August 2011. The prime minister and his family are spending a two-week vacation in Tuscany.  EPA/ALESSANDRO FALSETTI

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