Vivendi calls for the replacement of five of Telecom Italia's board members
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PARIS (Reuters) - French media giant Vivendi called on Friday for the replacement of five of Telecom Italia's board members put forward by U.S. activist fund Elliott, citing a "substantial lack of independence."Vivendi, which holds a stake of around 24 percent in Telecom Italia, has been battling with Elliott since the fund wrestled control of the Italian company's board from it in May. In a statement, Vivendi called for a shareholder meeting to be held as soon as possible, asking for the..