Comoros
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The Union of Comoros is a small island nation located in the Indian Ocean between Madagascar and mainland Africa.
The Comoros Islands are in the Indian Ocean, between Mozambique and Madagascar. All the islands are of volcanic origin.
In total, there are 4 islands from west to east: Grande Cormore, Moheli, Anjouan and Mayotte.
Mayotte is French overseas territory. The other islands form the independent state of Comoros.
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