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US closes embassy in Kyiv after warning of significant air attack'

US embassy in Kyiv closed due to credible air attack threats, urging Americans to prepare for immediate shelter.
#biden-administration

Biden to allow Ukraine to use US weapons inside Russia: Reports

Biden permits Ukraine to strike inside Russia with US weapons, signaling a bold military support shift as he prepares to leave office.

Biden allows Ukraine's use of US arms to hit Russia: reports DW 05/30/2024

President Biden approved Ukraine to use US weapons to strike Russian territories for defending Kharkiv.

Facing war in the Middle East and Ukraine, the US looks feeble. But is it just an act? | Adam Tooze

The urgency for U.S. action in the Middle East and Ukraine reflects a potential shift towards a more revisionist foreign policy.

Ukraine war briefing: Biden and Zelenskiy talk as Ukraine prepares to mark independence day

Joe Biden reaffirmed US support to Ukraine with a new $125 million military aid package ahead of their independence day.

Biden to allow Ukraine to use US weapons inside Russia: Reports

Biden permits Ukraine to strike inside Russia with US weapons, signaling a bold military support shift as he prepares to leave office.

Biden allows Ukraine's use of US arms to hit Russia: reports DW 05/30/2024

President Biden approved Ukraine to use US weapons to strike Russian territories for defending Kharkiv.

Facing war in the Middle East and Ukraine, the US looks feeble. But is it just an act? | Adam Tooze

The urgency for U.S. action in the Middle East and Ukraine reflects a potential shift towards a more revisionist foreign policy.

Ukraine war briefing: Biden and Zelenskiy talk as Ukraine prepares to mark independence day

Joe Biden reaffirmed US support to Ukraine with a new $125 million military aid package ahead of their independence day.
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#us-foreign-policy

Biden will allow Ukraine to use powerful ATACMS to strike inside Russia

Biden permits Ukraine to strike Russia with US long-range missiles, reflecting a significant policy shift amid escalating conflict dynamics.

Biden to Meet With Zelensky as Ukraine Seeks Revival on Battlefield

President Biden will meet with President Zelensky in Paris, allowing limited strikes inside Russia while refraining from attending a peace summit organized by Zelensky.

French: Why Trump won't say he wants Ukraine to win

Trump's debate remarks endangered Haitian immigrants while undermining support for Ukraine, highlighting a dangerous approach to international conflict.
Prioritizing peace over victory in Ukraine could lead to dire consequences for global security and human rights.

Why critics of Ukraine aid are wrong - and endangering America

The US interest in preventing Ukraine from losing to Russia.
Opposition against a new $60 billion tranche of aid for Ukraine.

Biden will allow Ukraine to use powerful ATACMS to strike inside Russia

Biden permits Ukraine to strike Russia with US long-range missiles, reflecting a significant policy shift amid escalating conflict dynamics.

Biden to Meet With Zelensky as Ukraine Seeks Revival on Battlefield

President Biden will meet with President Zelensky in Paris, allowing limited strikes inside Russia while refraining from attending a peace summit organized by Zelensky.

French: Why Trump won't say he wants Ukraine to win

Trump's debate remarks endangered Haitian immigrants while undermining support for Ukraine, highlighting a dangerous approach to international conflict.
Prioritizing peace over victory in Ukraine could lead to dire consequences for global security and human rights.

Why critics of Ukraine aid are wrong - and endangering America

The US interest in preventing Ukraine from losing to Russia.
Opposition against a new $60 billion tranche of aid for Ukraine.
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Voting officials face an 'uphill battle' to fight election lies

The spread of disinformation poses significant challenges to election integrity in 2024.
#military-strategy

1 Person Killed in Ukrainian Drone Strike Near Moscow, Russia Says

A drone attack near Moscow signifies Ukraine's expanding military capabilities and escalating tensions between Ukraine and Russia.

Russia Plans New Offensive in Ukraine's Northeast, Zelensky Says

President Zelensky warns of Russian offensive in northeastern Ukraine.

Revealed: Russia anticipated Kursk incursion months in advance, seized papers show

Russia's military anticipated Ukraine's Kursk incursion but was unprepared, illustrating disarray among its forces.
Low morale among Russian troops led to directives for state media consumption to support psychological stability.

Volodymyr Zelensky Has a Plan for Ukraine's Victory

Zelensky's victory plan focuses on boosting Ukraine's security through NATO membership and enhanced military support, while leveraging recent offensive actions against Russia.

Does he still have it in him? Putin's response to Kursk invasion off to a shaky start

Ukraine's military advance in Kursk challenges Russia's narrative of control.

Semi-Symmetric Warfare Is the New Norm

The Ukraine-Russia war illustrates a semi-symmetric conflict where external aid empowers a weaker nation against a stronger opponent.

1 Person Killed in Ukrainian Drone Strike Near Moscow, Russia Says

A drone attack near Moscow signifies Ukraine's expanding military capabilities and escalating tensions between Ukraine and Russia.

Russia Plans New Offensive in Ukraine's Northeast, Zelensky Says

President Zelensky warns of Russian offensive in northeastern Ukraine.

Revealed: Russia anticipated Kursk incursion months in advance, seized papers show

Russia's military anticipated Ukraine's Kursk incursion but was unprepared, illustrating disarray among its forces.
Low morale among Russian troops led to directives for state media consumption to support psychological stability.

Volodymyr Zelensky Has a Plan for Ukraine's Victory

Zelensky's victory plan focuses on boosting Ukraine's security through NATO membership and enhanced military support, while leveraging recent offensive actions against Russia.

Does he still have it in him? Putin's response to Kursk invasion off to a shaky start

Ukraine's military advance in Kursk challenges Russia's narrative of control.

Semi-Symmetric Warfare Is the New Norm

The Ukraine-Russia war illustrates a semi-symmetric conflict where external aid empowers a weaker nation against a stronger opponent.
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#defense-strategy

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 958

Ukraine continues to assert offensive capabilities against Russian military targets, indicating a strategic approach to the conflict as it enters its 958th day.

Video shows the apparent destruction of a $10M Russian air defense system with a cheap drone worth a few hundred dollars

Ukraine's use of low-cost drones to destroy high-value Russian military equipment exemplifies innovative tactics in modern warfare.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 958

Ukraine continues to assert offensive capabilities against Russian military targets, indicating a strategic approach to the conflict as it enters its 958th day.

Video shows the apparent destruction of a $10M Russian air defense system with a cheap drone worth a few hundred dollars

Ukraine's use of low-cost drones to destroy high-value Russian military equipment exemplifies innovative tactics in modern warfare.
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#drones

Ukraine appears to be beating Russia in the drone production race

Ukraine is leading the drone production race against Russia, producing 4 million drones annually and having contracted 1.5 million unmanned systems.

Russian sailors are practicing flying drones in swings so they can hunt Ukraine's exploding drone boats from warships on the waves

Russia is adopting unconventional training methods to counter Ukrainian naval drone attacks.
Sailors are now being trained on swings to adapt to wave motions while piloting drones.

Ukraine appears to be beating Russia in the drone production race

Ukraine is leading the drone production race against Russia, producing 4 million drones annually and having contracted 1.5 million unmanned systems.

Russian sailors are practicing flying drones in swings so they can hunt Ukraine's exploding drone boats from warships on the waves

Russia is adopting unconventional training methods to counter Ukrainian naval drone attacks.
Sailors are now being trained on swings to adapt to wave motions while piloting drones.
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#international-relations

Putin demands Ukraine surrender four regions to stop war

Putin demands Ukraine surrender regions and NATO plans for negotiation and ceasefire.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 932

Ukraine continues to resist Russian advances, particularly in the Kursk region, while sustaining heavy drone attacks and increasing military alliances with NATO.

Ukraine war briefing: Occupiers' ship severely damaged' in Kavkas across from Crimea

Ukraine attacked a Russian military cargo ship in Kavkaz, causing severe damage and casualties.

Ukraine says it has taken 100 more Russian soldiers in Kursk offensive

Ukraine captured 100 Russian soldiers during its incursion into Kursk, marking a significant tactical development in the conflict.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 946

Escalation of violence in Ukraine continues with significant civilian casualties due to Russian attacks on various locations.

Is Iranian military support for Russia's war in Ukraine at a new level'?

Iranian drones pose a significant threat to Ukraine, impacting the conflict with Russia.

Putin demands Ukraine surrender four regions to stop war

Putin demands Ukraine surrender regions and NATO plans for negotiation and ceasefire.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 932

Ukraine continues to resist Russian advances, particularly in the Kursk region, while sustaining heavy drone attacks and increasing military alliances with NATO.

Ukraine war briefing: Occupiers' ship severely damaged' in Kavkas across from Crimea

Ukraine attacked a Russian military cargo ship in Kavkaz, causing severe damage and casualties.

Ukraine says it has taken 100 more Russian soldiers in Kursk offensive

Ukraine captured 100 Russian soldiers during its incursion into Kursk, marking a significant tactical development in the conflict.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 946

Escalation of violence in Ukraine continues with significant civilian casualties due to Russian attacks on various locations.

Is Iranian military support for Russia's war in Ukraine at a new level'?

Iranian drones pose a significant threat to Ukraine, impacting the conflict with Russia.
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#international-law

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 942

The war continues to escalate with significant cross-border violence and urgent calls for international intervention.

Moscow-built bridge to Crimea is unlawful, Ukraine claims in court

Russia's bridge across the Kerch Strait aims to control Ukraine's Sea of Azov, according to Ukraine's legal representatives at the Permanent Court of Arbitration.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 942

The war continues to escalate with significant cross-border violence and urgent calls for international intervention.

Moscow-built bridge to Crimea is unlawful, Ukraine claims in court

Russia's bridge across the Kerch Strait aims to control Ukraine's Sea of Azov, according to Ukraine's legal representatives at the Permanent Court of Arbitration.
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Apti Alaudinov: Propagandist or Moscow's new rising star? DW 09/12/2024

Ukrainian forces have made unexpected inroads into Russian territory, raising questions about the effectiveness of Russian military responses.
#drone-warfare

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskiy says F16s shooting down Russian missiles

Zelenskiy's call for F-16 jets and pilot training highlights the ongoing need for advanced military support against Russia.

One killed in Moscow as dozens of Ukrainian drones target Russia

A woman died in Moscow after drone debris hit her apartment, causing a fire and highlighting the dangers of the ongoing conflict.

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskiy says F16s shooting down Russian missiles

Zelenskiy's call for F-16 jets and pilot training highlights the ongoing need for advanced military support against Russia.

One killed in Moscow as dozens of Ukrainian drones target Russia

A woman died in Moscow after drone debris hit her apartment, causing a fire and highlighting the dangers of the ongoing conflict.
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#zelenskyy

Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy seeks support for peace summit DW 06/02/2024

Zelenskyy seeks support for peace summit in Switzerland, emphasizes working together for global peace.

Ukraine updates: Putin defies ICC arrest warrant in Mongolia DW 09/03/2024

Zelenskyy and Grossi are prioritizing nuclear safety at Europe's largest nuclear power plant amid ongoing tensions between Ukraine and Russia.

Ukraine updates: IAEA chief visits Zaporizhzhia power plant DW 09/03/2024

Zelenskyy emphasizes the dangers of reclaiming control over Zaporizhzhia, underlining the need for safety at the nuclear plant amidst ongoing conflict.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 906

Ukraine's August incursion aimed to create a buffer zone against Russian advances as war continues.

Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy seeks support for peace summit DW 06/02/2024

Zelenskyy seeks support for peace summit in Switzerland, emphasizes working together for global peace.

Ukraine updates: Putin defies ICC arrest warrant in Mongolia DW 09/03/2024

Zelenskyy and Grossi are prioritizing nuclear safety at Europe's largest nuclear power plant amid ongoing tensions between Ukraine and Russia.

Ukraine updates: IAEA chief visits Zaporizhzhia power plant DW 09/03/2024

Zelenskyy emphasizes the dangers of reclaiming control over Zaporizhzhia, underlining the need for safety at the nuclear plant amidst ongoing conflict.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 906

Ukraine's August incursion aimed to create a buffer zone against Russian advances as war continues.
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Russia and Ukraine swap 115 prisoners each in UAE-mediated exchange

The UAE successfully mediated a significant prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia, totaling 230 captives, amidst ongoing conflict.

Russia says Ukraine used Western weapons to destroy bridge in Kursk

The destruction of a strategic bridge in Kursk complicates civilian evacuation efforts and highlights the escalation of military violence involving Western weaponry.
#belgorod

Second Russian region declares a regional 'state of emergency' amid Ukraine's invasion - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Belgorod region in Russia has declared a regional state of emergency due to ongoing attacks from Ukrainian forces.

Ukraine's Kursk offensive: How worried are local Russians? DW 08/15/2024

Ukrainian forces have made significant advances in Russian border regions, causing evacuations and raising distrust towards Russian authorities among locals.

Second Russian region declares a regional 'state of emergency' amid Ukraine's invasion - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Belgorod region in Russia has declared a regional state of emergency due to ongoing attacks from Ukrainian forces.

Ukraine's Kursk offensive: How worried are local Russians? DW 08/15/2024

Ukrainian forces have made significant advances in Russian border regions, causing evacuations and raising distrust towards Russian authorities among locals.
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Ukraine's Surprise Attack

Ukraine conducted a surprise operation crossing into Russian territory, gaining control of some land in the region of Kursk in an attempt to shock Moscow and potentially divert Russian troops from strategic locations.

Ukraine's daring attack on Russia shows that surprise is not dead, even in a drone war, analysts say

Ukraine surprised Russia with an incursion despite drone surveillance, showing operational surprise is still achievable.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 890

The conflict between Ukraine and Russia escalates with significant military actions and casualties, along with international diplomatic efforts for peace.

Ukraine's death-defying art rescuers

The story of a historian's effort to protect a collection of 20th-century studio pottery during the threat of invasion by Russians.

Russia's efforts to copy Ukraine's wildly successful sea drones won't achieve much, expert says

Russian attempts to replicate Ukraine's naval drones may not assist invasion efforts and may be inefficient.
Ukraine's success with homemade naval drones against Russian fleet despite lacking a proper navy to target.
#president-biden

Under Pressure, Biden Allows Ukraine to Use U.S. Weapons to Strike Inside Russia

President Biden authorized Ukraine to conduct limited strikes inside Russia with U.S.-made weapons for self-defense purposes.

Biden strikes a contrast with Trump, offering a choice between revenge' and decency.'

President Biden delivered a fiery State of the Union address without naming Donald Trump directly, highlighting threats to democracy and calling for unity.
Biden discussed Ukraine, the economy, and domestic issues while engaging in political arguments and addressing the importance of freedom and democracy.

Under Pressure, Biden Allows Ukraine to Use U.S. Weapons to Strike Inside Russia

President Biden authorized Ukraine to conduct limited strikes inside Russia with U.S.-made weapons for self-defense purposes.

Biden strikes a contrast with Trump, offering a choice between revenge' and decency.'

President Biden delivered a fiery State of the Union address without naming Donald Trump directly, highlighting threats to democracy and calling for unity.
Biden discussed Ukraine, the economy, and domestic issues while engaging in political arguments and addressing the importance of freedom and democracy.
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Ukraine is running out of time as Biden dithers

Ukrainians are immensely thankful for US assistance in repelling Russia's aggression.
Timely aid delivery crucial for Ukraine's defense against Russia.
American weaponry in Ukrainian hands proves formidable against Russian forces.
#president-zelensky

Zelensky Said the U.S. Should Do More to Help Ukraine

Zelensky urges NATO to shoot down Russian missiles and use Western weapons against Russia to bolster Ukraine's defense.

With U.S. aid in doubt, Europe struggles to rearm Ukraine

European defense manufacturers are ramping up production of artillery for Ukraine
President Zelensky urgently requested more weapons and ammunition from Western nations.

Zelensky Said the U.S. Should Do More to Help Ukraine

Zelensky urges NATO to shoot down Russian missiles and use Western weapons against Russia to bolster Ukraine's defense.

With U.S. aid in doubt, Europe struggles to rearm Ukraine

European defense manufacturers are ramping up production of artillery for Ukraine
President Zelensky urgently requested more weapons and ammunition from Western nations.
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Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskiy fires top bodyguard after failed assassination attempt

President Zelenskiy dismissed head of his personal protection department after an assassination plot. Ukraine conducted long-range drone strikes on Russian oil facilities. Ukrainian parliament removed key officials to address wartime issues.

Ukraine war briefing: Kharkiv hit in early-morning Russian attack

Russian missiles hit residential area in Kharkiv; significant advances by Russian forces in eastern Ukraine; Ukraine suspends consular services for military-age men.

Russia says Ukraine attack hits Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant

Radiation levels at Zaporizhzhia nuclear station remain normal post-attack, as per Russian-installed officials.
IAEA confirms drone detonation at the site and urges for actions to maintain nuclear safety.

41 Days in a Bunker: How a Battle Raged on Ukraine's Bloody Front Line

Ukrainian soldier survives 41 days trapped in bunker amid fierce fighting in Avdiivka
War in Ukraine increasingly involves bloody, close-quarter combat with Ukrainian forces facing challenges

Deadly Russian attack rocks Odesa; Ukraine vows to defeat lunatic' Putin

Russian forces continue advancing in Ukraine.
The Ukrainian forces are holding their ground despite facing significant challenges.

Ukraine war briefing: refineries in Russia burn as Ukrainians go after Kremlin's lifeline

Ukrainian drones target Russian oil refineries far from the frontline.
Multiple refineries, including Rosneft's biggest, faced significant damage and halted production.

Trump will not give a penny to Ukraine' if he wins, Hungary's Viktor Orban says

The far-right Hungarian prime minister, Viktor Orban, stated Trump won't provide aid to Ukraine if re-elected.
Orban believes Trump's lack of support will end the Ukraine-Russia war, indicating Ukraine can't sustain on its own.
#western-aid

Two years after Russia invaded, the war in Ukraine has stalled

Stalemate in Ukraine-Russia conflict
Fatigue setting in among Ukrainians and Western allies

Boredom Followed By Unexpected Tragedy: A Ukrainian Soldier's Life At War : Consider This from NPR

Ukraine's unexpected resilience in war
Importance of Western aid for Ukraine's defense

Two years after Russia invaded, the war in Ukraine has stalled

Stalemate in Ukraine-Russia conflict
Fatigue setting in among Ukrainians and Western allies

Boredom Followed By Unexpected Tragedy: A Ukrainian Soldier's Life At War : Consider This from NPR

Ukraine's unexpected resilience in war
Importance of Western aid for Ukraine's defense
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Barely 10% of Europeans believe Ukraine can still defeat Russia, finds poll

European support for Ukraine remains broad but belief in Ukraine defeating Russia is low
Politicians need to focus on defining an acceptable peace in Ukraine

Russia detains Los Angeles resident, a dual U.S.-Russian citizen, on treason charges

Ksenia Karelina, a dual citizen, faced treason charges due to donating to a Ukrainian charity aiding Ukraine against Russia.
Family fears harsh treatment for Karelina, highlighting concerns of Americans in Russia due to growing repression under Putin.

Heavy Russian airstrikes across Ukraine, US aid package stalls

Russia fired missiles at targets in Ukraine, causing civilian casualties and injuries.
The aid and border bill for Ukraine collapsed in the US Senate, leaving the country with no clear way to advance aid.

Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 701

Russian military plane crashes in Belgorod, killing all 74 on board, including Ukrainian PoWs.
Ukraine accuses Russia of creating a deliberate threat to the lives of its PoWs by failing to deconflict airspace before the swap.

UN panel to grill Russia on fate of thousands of evacuated' Ukrainian children

Moscow will be asked to explain the forcible deportation of Ukrainian children to Russia since the 2022 invasion.
The United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child is examining Russia's record and has concerns about the protection of children's rights and preservation of their identity.
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Ukraine aid: Caught between Hungary and US Republicans DW 12/12/2023

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's trip to the Americas has been marked by difficult conversations.
Zelenskyy and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban had a tense exchange during the inauguration of Argentina's new president.

Zelenskyy takes center stage in Davos as he tries to rally support for Ukraine's fight

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy aims to highlight Ukraine's defense against Russia at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Zelenskyy seeks to rally support for Ukraine's cause amid concerns of a wider conflict in the Middle East and donor fatigue in the West.

Ukraine aid: Caught between Hungary and US Republicans DW 12/12/2023

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's trip to the Americas has been marked by difficult conversations.
Zelenskyy and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban had a tense exchange during the inauguration of Argentina's new president.

Zelenskyy takes center stage in Davos as he tries to rally support for Ukraine's fight

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy aims to highlight Ukraine's defense against Russia at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Zelenskyy seeks to rally support for Ukraine's cause amid concerns of a wider conflict in the Middle East and donor fatigue in the West.
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Ukraine, Stalled on the Front, Steps Up Sabotage, Targeting Trains

Ukrainian intelligence officials targeted a train carrying fuel on the longest train tunnel in Russia in an attempt to disrupt weapons transportation from North Korea to Russia
Guerrilla tactics, including sabotage, commando raids, and targeted assassinations, are becoming increasingly important as both sides struggle to advance in the conflict

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 674

Two fishermen were killed and five injured after Russia shelled a village along Ukraine's front line
A Panama-flagged bulk carrier hit a Russian mine in the Black Sea, causing injuries and a fire

The costs of World War II and the war in Ukraine fuse as Allies remember D-Day without Russia

The D-Day generation's legacy of fighting against tyranny is being remembered in the face of present-day conflicts and the dwindling numbers of World War II veterans.

Hungary's Orban pushes cease-fire in surprise Ukraine trip DW 07/02/2024

Orban proposed a cease-fire before peace talks to speed up negotiations.

Five killed, dozens injured in Russian missile attack on Ukraine's Pokrovsk

A town in eastern Ukraine was hit by two Iskander-M missiles, killing 5 and injuring 41 including children. Ukraine vows a fair response to the attack.

Moscow warns Kyiv to accept Putin's peace proposal or it will get 'worse from now on' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Moscow threatens Ukraine to accept Putin's peace proposal or face worsening conditions.

The war in Ukraine will likely intensify this summer. Here's what to know

Incremental shifts in U.S. military aid and White House policies towards Ukraine could have lasting impacts on the conflict and region.
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