NATO at a crossroads: New purpose, fresh challenges
5 months, 1 week ago

NATO at a crossroads: New purpose, fresh challenges

Hindustan Times  

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization marks its 75th anniversary this year, against the backdrop of two significant contexts — the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and the revitalisation of the Trans-Atlantic alliance. In the first instance, the war has brought the question of Ukraine’s NATO membership to the forefront, with United States President Joe Biden and other European leaders agreeing that Ukraine should have an “irreversible” path to membership. The Biden administration is trying to persuade European NATO partners to raise their defence spending to at least 2% of their Gross Domestic Product, to not only uphold the 2014 pledge to boost European defence and military readiness but also ensure effective extended deterrence for Ukraine. Despite these challenges, NATO members took strong steps such as the decision to appoint a NATO Senior Representative in Ukraine; building on the establishment of the NATO-Ukraine Joint Analysis, Training, and Education Centre ; the decision to establish the NATO Security Assistance and Training for Ukraine and a pledge of long-term security assistance for Ukraine. The Washington summit declared that the Indo-Pacific is important for NATO, given that “developments in that region directly affect Euro-Atlantic security”.

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NATO helping US maintain its hegemony
2 weeks, 4 days ago

NATO helping US maintain its hegemony

China Daily  

As Ukraine presses for NATO membership to secure its future, the alliance faces deeper questions about its direction and unity. In its Washington Summit Declaration in July, NATO said that it would continue to support Ukraine on "its irreversible path to full Euro-Atlantic integration, including NATO membership", that China poses a challenge to "NATO's interests, security and values", and that …

NATO helping US maintain its hegemony
2 weeks, 4 days ago

NATO helping US maintain its hegemony

China Daily  

As Ukraine presses for NATO membership to secure its future, the alliance faces deeper questions about its direction and unity. In its Washington Summit Declaration in July, NATO said that it would continue to support Ukraine on "its irreversible path to full Euro-Atlantic integration, including NATO membership", that China poses a challenge to "NATO's interests, security and values", and that …

NATO chief urges European allies to ramp up defense spending as Trump returns to White House
2 weeks, 5 days ago

NATO chief urges European allies to ramp up defense spending as Trump returns to White House

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte led a fresh push Wednesday for European countries to ramp up defense spending, a budget shortfall that President-elect Donald Trump used to berate U.S. allies during his first term in office, severely damaging trust. After Russia annexed Ukraine’s Crimean Peninsula a decade ago, NATO leaders agreed to halt the defense cuts that began when …

NATO chief urges increased defence spending as Trump presidency looms
2 weeks, 5 days ago

NATO chief urges increased defence spending as Trump presidency looms

Al Jazeera  

Mark Rutte says to maintain current level of deterrence, 2 percent of GDP spending is not sufficient. NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has urged members of the alliance to ramp up defence spending as countries brace for renewed pressure from United States President-elect Donald Trump. After Russia annexed Ukraine’s Crimean Peninsula a decade ago, NATO leaders agreed to halt the defence …

NATO@75: The military alliance grows in relevance, also in expectations
5 months, 1 week ago

NATO@75: The military alliance grows in relevance, also in expectations

Firstpost  

NATO is increasingly considering the European and Indo-Pacific theatres as interdependent, especially considering the China factor. At the June 2021 Brussels Summit, NATO leaders affirmed that Ukraine would eventually join the Alliance and supported Ukraine’s right to self-determination without interference. NATO offered to improve communications with Russia and discuss missile placements and military exercises, as long as Russia withdrew troops …

NATO missing the point of crisis prevention
5 months, 1 week ago

NATO missing the point of crisis prevention

China Daily  

People walk inside the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, which has been decorated with signage in preparation for the NATO Summit, on July 8. In fact, US President Joe Biden repeatedly warned of a looming conflict, neither Washington nor NATO addressed Russia's genuine concerns to prevent hostilities. Washington says that since Ukraine is not a member of NATO, the US …

Faced with threats from Russia and its Asian supporters, NATO and Indo-Pacific partners get closer
5 months, 1 week ago

Faced with threats from Russia and its Asian supporters, NATO and Indo-Pacific partners get closer

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Four Indo-Pacific countries attending the NATO summit issued a joint statement Thursday to “strongly condemn the illicit military cooperation” between Russia and North Korea, showing how the military alliance and its Pacific partners are forging closer ties to counter what they see as shared security threats. “We will address our shared security challenges, including Russia’s war against Ukraine, …

Stop enabling Ukraine war or face consequences, Nato warns China
5 months, 1 week ago

Stop enabling Ukraine war or face consequences, Nato warns China

Hindustan Times  

Washington: In its most explicit and elaborate reference to China ever, the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation has called Beijing the “decisive enabler” of Russia’s war against Ukraine and warned China that unless it “ceases all political and material support” to Russia’s war effort, there will be a “negative impact” on Beijing’s interests and reputation. The deepening strategic partnership between Russia …

NATO Summit: Ukraine urges bloc to give free hand on targeting Russia, what Biden says I HIGHLIGHTS
5 months, 1 week ago

NATO Summit: Ukraine urges bloc to give free hand on targeting Russia, what Biden says I HIGHLIGHTS

India TV News  

Washington: Ukraine on Thursday urged NATO to lift restrictions on the use of long-range weapons against targets in Russia, saying it would be a "game-changer" in its war with Moscow, while China slammed NATO's criticism of its support for Russia as biased and malicious. China fumes at NATO Wednesday's NATO declaration included sharp words about China, calling it "a decisive …

NATO needs to come to its senses as it is charging toward confrontation with China: China Daily editorial
5 months, 1 week ago

NATO needs to come to its senses as it is charging toward confrontation with China: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

NATO heads of state meet during the NATO 75th anniversary summit at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington DC on July 10. In a communique that NATO released during its summit in Washington on Wednesday, the transatlantic military alliance not only declared Ukraine was on an "irreversible" path to membership of the organization, but also pointed an accusing …

Russia warns it will ‘deter’ NATO as it creeps closer to its borders
5 months, 1 week ago

Russia warns it will ‘deter’ NATO as it creeps closer to its borders

Al Jazeera  

Kremlin says planned US deployment of long-range missiles to Germany and other actions are ‘national security threat’. Russia has said it will “counteract” the expansion of NATO infrastructure in Europe, claiming that the military alliance is “constantly and incrementally moving towards” its borders as tensions escalate over the war in Ukraine. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Thursday that Russia …

Nato comes to Washington. Republicans have a warning
5 months, 1 week ago

Nato comes to Washington. Republicans have a warning

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In February, that he said that when it comes to Nato allies who do …

Biden, NATO members poised to unveil new Ukraine aid at summit
5 months, 1 week ago

Biden, NATO members poised to unveil new Ukraine aid at summit

The Hindu  

U.S. President Joe Biden and leaders of other NATO member states are poised to unveil new aid for war-ravaged Ukraine as they gather for their annual summit in Washington on July 10. After calling the 32-member collective security alliance "stronger than it's ever been" in a forceful speech on Tuesday, Mr. Biden and the other NATO leaders now turn to …

NATO summit turns to Ukraine — with a pledge for weapons, but no invite to join the club
5 months, 1 week ago

NATO summit turns to Ukraine — with a pledge for weapons, but no invite to join the club

LA Times  

The United States and its NATO allies will give Ukraine new air defense systems, Europe-based military training and other equipment to bolster its desperate fight against Russia more than two years into their bloody war. As leaders of the 32 states that form NATO convened here for the group’s 75th anniversary, U.S. officials said Ukraine is instead being offered a …

NATO's musketeering makes all less secure: China Daily editorial
5 months, 1 week ago

NATO's musketeering makes all less secure: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

People walk inside the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, which has been decorated with signage in preparation for the NATO Summit, on July 8. The gathering on the 75th anniversary of the alliance's founding involves not only the 32 leaders of the NATO member states but also others from some Asia-Pacific countries and international organizations invited to attend. After his …

In US, Nato at 75 grapples with internal and external crisis
5 months, 2 weeks ago

In US, Nato at 75 grapples with internal and external crisis

Hindustan Times  

Washington: The West has come home to Washington. At a campaign rally earlier this year, Trump said that a president of a “big country” had asked him if the US would protect the country from Russia if his country didn’t pay. In an interview in June, Trump categorically laid the blame for the Russian invasion on what he termed President …

NATO leaders' summit in Washington: Who is attending? What to expect?
5 months, 2 weeks ago

NATO leaders' summit in Washington: Who is attending? What to expect?

Firstpost  

With the 75th anniversary summit of NATO kicking off in Washington on Tuesday, nations representing more than half of the world’s military will convene to discuss foreign and defence policy. Jens Stoltenberg, NATO’s secretary general, said that the summit will focus on three primary areas: enhancing allied defence and deterrence, supporting Ukraine’s defence efforts, and reinforcing global partnerships, particularly in …

Nato Summit | A worry as big as Putin: How to Trump-proof the alliance?
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Nato Summit | A worry as big as Putin: How to Trump-proof the alliance?

Firstpost  

Nato summit gets underway today in Washington, where top leaders from 32 member nations have gathered to celebrate 75 years of its existence. But Donald Trump, the second-time US presidential hopeful, casts a large shadow on the summit as Russia’s Vladimir Putin keeps Europe on edge Aiming to run again for the US presidential election, Donald Trump said in February …

NATO 75th anniversary: From Ukraine to possible Trump 2.0, the bloc faces internal struggles and external threats – Firstpost
5 months, 2 weeks ago

NATO 75th anniversary: From Ukraine to possible Trump 2.0, the bloc faces internal struggles and external threats – Firstpost

Firstpost  

As NATO marks its 75th year, leaders gather in Washington amid rising geopolitical tensions and political uncertainties. The summit will focus on bolstering defence, supporting Ukraine, and adapting to possible shifts in US policy post-2024 elections, amid growing far-right influence in Europe and ongoing challenges from Russia and China NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, right, speaks with United States President …

To counter China, NATO and its Asian partners are moving closer under US leadership
5 months, 2 weeks ago

To counter China, NATO and its Asian partners are moving closer under US leadership

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — In the third year of the war in Ukraine, NATO is set to deepen relations with its four Indo-Pacific partners, which, although not part of the military alliance, are gaining prominence as Russia and China forge closer ties to counter the United States and the two Koreas support opposing sides of the conflict in Europe. “That’s part of …

Wanted: New European ‘Trump Whisperer’ to Save Transatlantic Alliance
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Wanted: New European ‘Trump Whisperer’ to Save Transatlantic Alliance

Politico  

The current crisis is different. His colleagues at NATO used to jokingly refer to him as the “Trump whisperer.” “Unlike most West Europeans, he doesn’t freak out about Trump,” says Kurt Volker, a former U.S. ambassador to NATO who was Trump’s Ukraine envoy. Rutte could put his predecessor’s “Security is not regional, it’s global” slogan above the entrance to NATO’s …

NATO to appoint representative in Kyiv to deepen Ukraine ties: US official
5 months, 2 weeks ago

NATO to appoint representative in Kyiv to deepen Ukraine ties: US official

Al Jazeera  

Jake Sullivan says US remains ‘committed’ to supporting Ukraine as world leaders join NATO summit in Washington, DC. Speaking at a summit defence industry event on Tuesday afternoon, White House adviser Jake Sullivan said the representative in Kyiv would seek to “deepen Ukraine’s institutional relationship with the alliance”. During Tuesday afternoon’s NATO event in Washington, DC, Sullivan – the White …

NATO leaders are descending on Washington. Here’s what to know
5 months, 2 weeks ago

NATO leaders are descending on Washington. Here’s what to know

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — NATO leaders meet this week for a summit commemorating the 75th anniversary of the military alliance, which has never been larger and more focused but is also facing potentially existential threats from outside and within. Although the new British prime minister has signaled continued strong support for both NATO and Ukraine, gains made by far-right parties, as well …

Opinion: A landmark NATO summit in Washington. But in Ukraine, there’s little cause for celebration
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Opinion: A landmark NATO summit in Washington. But in Ukraine, there’s little cause for celebration

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Michael Bociurkiw is a global affairs analyst. This week, 32 NATO allies will be gathering in Washington, DC, amid what they rightly describe as “the most dangerous security environment since the Cold War.” The overarching message from Ukrainians I’ve spoken to over the past few weeks, including Inna, is: “Help us stop this war — now.” And indeed, …

NATO serves US' hegemony at EU's expense
5 months, 2 weeks ago

NATO serves US' hegemony at EU's expense

China Daily  

Editor's note: The NATO's expansion into the Asia-Pacific will heighten geopolitical risks and threaten the region's prosperity and stability. NATO may claim its move is justified from the Western security perspective and necessary for preventing Russia's "military provocations", but in effect, it is harmful to other countries' national security. Subsequently, the US used the Ukraine crisis to prompt NATO's European …

NATO serves US' hegemony at EU's expense
5 months, 2 weeks ago

NATO serves US' hegemony at EU's expense

China Daily  

Editor's note: The NATO's expansion into the Asia-Pacific will heighten geopolitical risks and threaten the region's prosperity and stability. NATO may claim its move is justified from the Western security perspective and necessary for preventing Russia's "military provocations", but in effect, it is harmful to other countries' national security. Subsequently, the US used the Ukraine crisis to prompt NATO's European …

NATO completes 75 years since formation, what are its latest challenges?
5 months, 2 weeks ago

NATO completes 75 years since formation, what are its latest challenges?

Hindustan Times  

NATO's 75th anniversary summit was meant to showcase the triumph of a larger, stronger alliance. "But it's also sort of the worst of times -- obviously because of the war in Ukraine, challenges of ramping up European defense spending, concerns about the reliability of the United States." The NATO summit is also expected to mark a diplomatic debut for a …

A record number of NATO allies are hitting their defense spending target during war in Ukraine
6 months ago

A record number of NATO allies are hitting their defense spending target during war in Ukraine

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — A record 23 of NATO’s 32 member nations are hitting the Western military alliance’s defense spending target this year, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said Monday, as Russia’s war in Ukraine has raised the threat of expanding conflict in Europe. Biden spoke affectionately of Stoltenberg, calling him “pal” and saying he wished that Stoltenberg, who has been NATO’s secretary …

NATO's meddling in Asia-Pacific threatens regional peace
8 months, 1 week ago

NATO's meddling in Asia-Pacific threatens regional peace

China Daily  

The flag of NATO. Analysts warned that in its attempt to interfere in the Asia-Pacific, NATO is exporting "malicious poison to Asia," posing a threat to regional security and stability, and hindering the region's development. As early as 2006, then US Ambassador to NATO Victoria Nuland proposed the concept of "global partnership," aiming to expand NATO's global influence by establishing …

NATO's menu leaves much to be desired: China Daily editorial
8 months, 2 weeks ago

NATO's menu leaves much to be desired: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

The flag of NATO. With no perceivable security threats, the bloc's continuous expansion from 12 founding members to 32 as of last month, which has not only ended its honeymoon period with Russia, but also directly resulted in the ongoing Ukraine crisis, is proof of the US' insatiable appetite for power. That all major US "Indo-Pacific" allies, including Japan, Australia, …

Central and Eastern European countries mark 20 years in NATO with focus on war in Ukraine
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Central and Eastern European countries mark 20 years in NATO with focus on war in Ukraine

Associated Press  

VILNIUS, Lithuania — Several central and Eastern European countries began marking on Thursday the 20th anniversary of the largest expansion of the NATO military alliance when formerly socialist countries became members of the bloc. However, we in Lithuania are calm because we know that we will never be alone again,” said President Gitanas Nauseda, standing near the runway where the …

Victim of US' European security trap
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Victim of US' European security trap

China Daily  

A B-1B Lancer and a B-52 Stratofortress, escorted by Swedish Jas 39 Gripen, pass over Stockholm, Sweden, as the Swedish Armed Forces conduct a joint exercise with the US Bomber Task Force, March 6, 2024. Public support in Sweden for NATO membership surged from 35 percent in 2021 to 64 percent in 2022 after Russia launched its "special military operation" …

Victim of US' European security trap
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Victim of US' European security trap

China Daily  

A B-1B Lancer and a B-52 Stratofortress, escorted by Swedish Jas 39 Gripen, pass over Stockholm, Sweden, as the Swedish Armed Forces conduct a joint exercise with the US Bomber Task Force, March 6, 2024. Public support in Sweden for NATO membership surged from 35 percent in 2021 to 64 percent in 2022 after Russia launched its "special military operation" …

Trump doubles down on war with NATO — and thinks Ukraine is already a member
10 months, 1 week ago

Trump doubles down on war with NATO — and thinks Ukraine is already a member

Raw Story  

Republicans and Democrats came together over the weekend to attack former President Donald Trump for his comments that he'd encourage a war with a NATO ally. You gotta pay," Trump said he told one unnamed leader asking if he'd fight against NATO. After the criticism, Trump took to his personal social media site to claim that people on the left …

NATO leader warns Trump’s remarks on Russia put allies at risk
10 months, 1 week ago

NATO leader warns Trump’s remarks on Russia put allies at risk

LA Times  

The head of the NATO military alliance warned Sunday that former President Trump was putting the safety of U.S. troops and their allies at risk after the Republican presidential front-runner said Russia should be able to do “whatever the hell they want” to NATO members who don’t meet their defense spending targets. “We have a hot war at our border,” …

Germany warns Putin could launch attack on Nato in less than a decade
11 months ago

Germany warns Putin could launch attack on Nato in less than a decade

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Vladimir Putin could launch an …

Explained | What are the takeaways from the NATO summit?
1 year, 5 months ago

Explained | What are the takeaways from the NATO summit?

The Hindu  

The story so far: For quite a few years, many questions were asked about the relevance of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. A standout of the Vilnius Summit was the attendance of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the anticipation around the possibility of extending NATO membership to Ukraine. NATO’s new plans involve maintaining a force of 300,000 troops, with air …

Russia warns of response as NATO returns to Cold War ‘schemes’
1 year, 5 months ago

Russia warns of response as NATO returns to Cold War ‘schemes’

Al Jazeera  

NATO summit outcome to be analysed for threats posed to Russia’s security and ‘all means’ available in response. Russia has said the latest NATO summit demonstrates that the Western military alliance has returned to “Cold War schemes”, and Moscow is ready to respond to such threats by “all means” necessary. Russia’s comments came as United States President Joe Biden said …

China promises ‘resolute response’ to any NATO expansion in Asia
1 year, 5 months ago

China promises ‘resolute response’ to any NATO expansion in Asia

Al Jazeera  

Beijing rejects NATO concern over its ‘stated ambitions’, criticises presence of Australia, Japan, New Zealand and South Korea at summit. “The PRC’s malicious hybrid and cyber operations and its confrontational rhetoric and disinformation target Allies and harm Alliance security.” The NATO declaration also said China and Russia were involved in a “deepening strategic partnership” and that the two countries were …

Full text: NATO Vilnius summit communique
1 year, 5 months ago

Full text: NATO Vilnius summit communique

Al Jazeera  

NATO leaders are holding their annual summit as Ukraine looks to the security alliance for support in its attempt to push back invading Russian forces. Russia’s more assertive posture, novel military capabilities, and provocative activities, including near NATO borders, as well as its large-scale no-notice and snap exercises, continue to threaten the security of the Euro-Atlantic area. We are working …

Is NATO looking to expand in Asia? Why is China unhappy?
1 year, 5 months ago

Is NATO looking to expand in Asia? Why is China unhappy?

Firstpost  

At the annual summit being held in Lithuania, NATO has invited leaders of Japan, Australia, South Korea and New Zealand to discuss ways to counter and contain China. Last year, at the Madrid summit, NATO said China was the source of “systemic challenges” including threats to supply chains, infrastructure and “military tools to increase its global footprint and project power”. …

Offensive defence: How Putin saved NATO
1 year, 5 months ago

Offensive defence: How Putin saved NATO

Al Jazeera  

In a period of great malaise in the West, the Russian president has given the military alliance new meaning, mission and drive. It feels like we are worlds away from the time when French President Emmanuel Macron declared NATO “brain dead” on the eve of its London summit in 2019. President Donald Trump had heightened tensions over NATO’s burden-sharing, falsely …

Ukraine tops NATO summit agenda along with defence plans Sweden's membership and Belarus fears
1 year, 5 months ago

Ukraine tops NATO summit agenda along with defence plans Sweden's membership and Belarus fears

Firstpost  

The biggest item on NATO’s agenda is what to do about Ukraine. Russia’s war in Ukraine will top the agenda when US President Joe Biden and his NATO counterparts hold a summit in the Lithuanian capital Vilnius over two days starting on Tuesday. The emphasis is on ensuring that Ukraine has support as long as the conflict continues, how to …

Ukraine tops NATO summit agenda along with defense plans, Sweden’s membership and Belarus fears
1 year, 5 months ago

Ukraine tops NATO summit agenda along with defense plans, Sweden’s membership and Belarus fears

Associated Press  

VILNIUS, Lithuania — Russia’s war in Ukraine will top the agenda when U.S. President Joe Biden and his NATO counterparts hold a summit in Lithuania’s capital over two days starting Tuesday. They are expected to focus on ensuring that Ukraine has support as long as the conflict continues, how to bring the country even closer to NATO without actually joining, …

NATO's Unity Will be Tested at Summit in Lithuania
1 year, 5 months ago

NATO's Unity Will be Tested at Summit in Lithuania

News 18  

As the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues with no end in sight, NATO’s much-celebrated unity faces fresh strains when leaders gather for their annual summit this week in Vilnius, Lithuania. “So I think the invasion has strengthened NATO — exactly the opposite of what Putin anticipated.” He noted Germany’s shift toward a more robust defense policy as well as other …

China casts a shadow as NATO allies debate expanded role in Asia
1 year, 5 months ago

China casts a shadow as NATO allies debate expanded role in Asia

Live Mint  

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, along with other Asian leaders, aims to bolster ties with NATO during an important summit in Lithuania in the coming week. Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno confirmed that Kishida intends to emphasize the importance of stronger relations between Japan and NATO, despite objections from Beijing regarding the alliance's activities in the region. Earlier this year, …

NATO leaders set to offer Ukraine major support package but membership is off the table for now
1 year, 5 months ago

NATO leaders set to offer Ukraine major support package but membership is off the table for now

The Independent  

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NATO sees no change in Russia’s nuclear posture despite Belarus leader’s claims
1 year, 6 months ago

NATO sees no change in Russia’s nuclear posture despite Belarus leader’s claims

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — NATO sees no sign that Russia has changed its nuclear posture, the head of the military alliance said Thursday, after President Alexander Lukashenko claimed that Belarus has already received some tactical nuclear weapons from Moscow. Russian President Vladimir Putin has said the weapons will be deployed to Belarus next month and will remain under Moscow’s exclusive control. So …

NATO sees no change in Russia’s nuclear posture despite Belarusian leader’s claims
1 year, 6 months ago

NATO sees no change in Russia’s nuclear posture despite Belarusian leader’s claims

LA Times  

NATO sees no sign that Russia has changed its nuclear posture, the head of the Western military alliance said Thursday, after Belarus’ president claimed that his country had already received some tactical nuclear weapons from its ally Moscow. In an interview on state television Tuesday, Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko brashly warned that he wouldn’t hesitate to order the weapons’ use …

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