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fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

The U.S. needs to master Ukraine's cheap drone strategy

The U.S. military's traditional weaponry is ill-equipped for modern warfare, as demonstrated by Iran's use of inexpensive drones against costly U.S. systems.
World politics
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

The U.S. needs to master Ukraine's cheap drone strategy

The U.S. military's traditional weaponry is ill-equipped for modern warfare, as demonstrated by Iran's use of inexpensive drones against costly U.S. systems.
#donald-trump
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Protecting civilians is a sign of strength and an American ideal | Ted Widmer

Donald Trump threatens severe military action against Iran, reflecting a lack of remorse and confidence amid ongoing conflict and unmet goals.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Trump's Iran war is holding him hostage | Sidney Blumenthal

Donald Trump has failed in his military objectives regarding Iran, facing significant backlash and economic consequences.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The delusion of easy victory from the air may have seduced the US into another war

Donald Trump's Iran military strategy reflects historical military theories advocating for targeting civilian infrastructure to achieve victory.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Protecting civilians is a sign of strength and an American ideal | Ted Widmer

Donald Trump threatens severe military action against Iran, reflecting a lack of remorse and confidence amid ongoing conflict and unmet goals.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Trump's Iran war is holding him hostage | Sidney Blumenthal

Donald Trump has failed in his military objectives regarding Iran, facing significant backlash and economic consequences.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The delusion of easy victory from the air may have seduced the US into another war

Donald Trump's Iran military strategy reflects historical military theories advocating for targeting civilian infrastructure to achieve victory.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 days ago

America's Drone Strategy Has a Supply Chain Problem

The U.S. defense technology ecosystem is shifting towards a model prioritizing rapid adaptation and drone technology in response to modern warfare challenges.
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 days ago

Drones Are Changing Warfare And America Isn't Ready

The U.S. has discovered that air superiority and missile defense systems designed to counter tens/hundreds of aircraft and missiles is insufficient against asymmetric attacks of thousands of drones.
Russo-Ukrainian War
#iran
fromFortune
1 week ago
World politics

Trump calms markets to fight longer and always uses the military assets he deploys as more combat power heads to Iran, Mideast expert says | Fortune

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fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

House Republican Pours Cold Water on Peace With Iran: I Am Not Sure There's a Deal'

Rep. Don Bacon doubts a long-term peace deal with Iran, emphasizing the need for continued pressure if Iran remains a threat.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Senator Says Trump Risks War Crime' if He Acts on Threats

Threatening Iranian civilian infrastructure could constitute a war crime, according to Sen. Blumenthal, amid concerns over U.S. military strategy in the region.
World politics
fromFortune
1 week ago

Trump calms markets to fight longer and always uses the military assets he deploys as more combat power heads to Iran, Mideast expert says | Fortune

Trump's military strategy in the Middle East is intensifying as he faces critical decisions regarding Iran's military capabilities and U.S. domestic implications.
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fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Trump's Stone-Age Strategy Will Lead to Tragedy

Trump's rhetoric has shifted from promoting a free Iran to advocating for its complete destruction amid ongoing military tensions.
World politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Trump's Boxed Himself Into a Trap on Iran

Trump faces a critical decision on Iran: escalate with ground troops or withdraw, but his current strategy lacks coherence and effectiveness.
World politics
fromThe Walrus
4 days ago

Trump Says "A Whole Civilization Will Die." Experts See a War Spinning Out of Control | The Walrus

Open-source intelligence shapes modern warfare, revealing the pitfalls of impulsive military decisions without clear objectives or public support.
#trump
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
World politics

'Build up some delayed courage and grab Strait of Hormuz' - Five takeaways from Trump's televised speech to the US

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fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump's Threat to Destroy Iran Shows a President Reduced to ZERO Options

Trump's threat of annihilation reflects a position of weakness rather than strength in negotiations with Iran.
World news
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Trump's First Speech About the War With Iran Explained Absolutely Nothing

Trump's speech on Iran lacked substance and clarity on military strategy or objectives.
US Elections
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

Trump's Case for War Fails to Mention How to Win It

Trump's inconsistent claims about the war raise questions about strategy and effectiveness, despite asserting America is 'winning bigger than ever before.'
World politics
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

'Build up some delayed courage and grab Strait of Hormuz' - Five takeaways from Trump's televised speech to the US

Trump's speech emphasized military actions against Iran while avoiding a clear timeline for conflict resolution.
US Elections
fromAxios
1 week ago

Trump's mixed messages on Iran perplex his own team

Trump's strategy appears improvisational, with aides unsure of his true intentions regarding military actions and foreign policy.
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Four Ways the Iran War Could End

President Trump seeks a deal to withdraw U.S. and Israeli forces from Iran, aiming to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and stabilize oil prices.
Philosophy
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Twenty seconds to approve a military strike; 1.2 seconds to deny a health insurance claim. The human is in the AI loop. Humanity is not

Artificial intelligence significantly accelerates decision-making in military and business contexts, but human oversight may be minimal and ineffective.
#ukraine
#trump-administration
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fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

Trump Is Putting America's Weaknesses on Display

Trump's administration failed to plan for potential Iranian responses, leaving him with limited options in the conflict over the Strait of Hormuz.
World politics
fromAxios
1 week ago

Trump pursues era of unshackled warfare

Trump's administration is intensifying military pressure on Iran, threatening civilian infrastructure and disregarding established warfare principles.
World news
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

Trump Is Putting America's Weaknesses on Display

Trump's administration failed to plan for potential Iranian responses, leaving him with limited options in the conflict over the Strait of Hormuz.
World politics
fromAxios
1 week ago

Trump pursues era of unshackled warfare

Trump's administration is intensifying military pressure on Iran, threatening civilian infrastructure and disregarding established warfare principles.
#hezbollah
#iran-war
World politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth's Warped Vision of the Iran War

Trump's address on the Iran war emphasized military success while hinting at a potential withdrawal, despite ongoing challenges in the region.
World politics
fromEsquire
1 week ago

Trump's "Major Address" Made Absolutely Zero Sense

The president's address on the war with Iran was confusing and lacked clarity on the conflict's status and objectives.
World news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Trump to address nation after saying U.S. may leave war within weeks

President Trump expects the Iran conflict to end in two to three weeks, asserting that the U.S. will not be involved in the Strait of Hormuz.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

CNN's Jake Tapper Hits Trump With Barrage of Video Receipts in Blistering War Commentary

Trump's narrative on the Iran war is inconsistent, raising concerns among supporters and experts about potential war crimes and the administration's approach.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Dem Senator Rages at Trump Over Freaking Stupid' War: Latinos Believe Trump Is Going to Sacrifice Our Kids'

Sen. Ruben Gallego criticized President Trump for lacking a plan in the Iran War, drawing parallels to the Iraq War experience of Latino veterans.
World politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth's Warped Vision of the Iran War

Trump's address on the Iran war emphasized military success while hinting at a potential withdrawal, despite ongoing challenges in the region.
World politics
fromEsquire
1 week ago

Trump's "Major Address" Made Absolutely Zero Sense

The president's address on the war with Iran was confusing and lacked clarity on the conflict's status and objectives.
World news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Trump to address nation after saying U.S. may leave war within weeks

President Trump expects the Iran conflict to end in two to three weeks, asserting that the U.S. will not be involved in the Strait of Hormuz.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

CNN's Jake Tapper Hits Trump With Barrage of Video Receipts in Blistering War Commentary

Trump's narrative on the Iran war is inconsistent, raising concerns among supporters and experts about potential war crimes and the administration's approach.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Dem Senator Rages at Trump Over Freaking Stupid' War: Latinos Believe Trump Is Going to Sacrifice Our Kids'

Sen. Ruben Gallego criticized President Trump for lacking a plan in the Iran War, drawing parallels to the Iraq War experience of Latino veterans.
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

An Army Shake-Up in the Middle of a War

Hegseth asked General Randy George, who was just over halfway through his slated tenure as Army chief of staff, to step down and retire immediately, a Pentagon official told us.
Washington DC
World politics
fromemptywheel
1 week ago

Trump's Cliff Notes - emptywheel

Trump's speech indicated a significant shift in military strategy towards Iran, emphasizing a potential escalation in conflict and its implications for global markets.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 week ago

Iran Exposed a New Reality for U.S. Air Power

Operation Epic Fury challenged the assumption of uncontested skies, requiring a significant effort to achieve air superiority over Iran.
Science
fromIndependent
1 week ago

One small Trump decision, one giant headache for Nasa - why return to the moon has proven so difficult

The US plans to return to the lunar surface to secure rare minerals and establish a military outpost.
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

After Israel's invasion, many in southern Lebanon worry they'll never go home

Joseph Elias Issa expresses deep concern about his future, stating, 'I might never return to my land.' He reflects on his family's long history in Kfar Houneh, emphasizing the unprecedented nature of the current conflict.
France politics
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Ukrainian troops showed 'greater tactical imagination' than Western trainers, British officer says, pointing to their ambush tactics

Ukrainian soldiers demonstrate greater tactical creativity and flexibility compared to their Western trainers, particularly in ambush tactics.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Rich McCormick Claims US 'Won' Vietnam War

Rep. Rich McCormick claims the U.S. won the Vietnam War and advocates for ground troops in Iran to swiftly end the conflict.
#us-iran-relations
World news
fromFortune
1 week ago

America's Arab allies privately urge America to finish the job in Iran, sources say | Fortune

Gulf allies urge continued U.S. military action against Iran to weaken its leadership and influence in the region.
World politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Fox Analyst Warns There Still A Lot' Iran Could Do To Target the US Amid Ongoing Conflict

Trump announced U.S.-Iran negotiations, but Iran denied talks, highlighting skepticism about their intentions and resilience despite military actions.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

US considering occupying Kharg Island to force Iran to open Hormuz strait, say reports

The US is considering occupying Iran's Kharg Island to pressure Tehran regarding the Strait of Hormuz, despite risks to American forces.
World politics
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

'I'm not putting US troops anywhere,' vows Donald Trump as Iran hits back at Gulf neighbours

US President Trump denies sending ground troops to the Middle East amid tensions with Iran and discusses oil price management.
World news
fromFortune
1 week ago

America's Arab allies privately urge America to finish the job in Iran, sources say | Fortune

Gulf allies urge continued U.S. military action against Iran to weaken its leadership and influence in the region.
World politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Fox Analyst Warns There Still A Lot' Iran Could Do To Target the US Amid Ongoing Conflict

Trump announced U.S.-Iran negotiations, but Iran denied talks, highlighting skepticism about their intentions and resilience despite military actions.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

US considering occupying Kharg Island to force Iran to open Hormuz strait, say reports

The US is considering occupying Iran's Kharg Island to pressure Tehran regarding the Strait of Hormuz, despite risks to American forces.
World politics
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

'I'm not putting US troops anywhere,' vows Donald Trump as Iran hits back at Gulf neighbours

US President Trump denies sending ground troops to the Middle East amid tensions with Iran and discusses oil price management.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Pete Hegseth to Testify Before Congress for First Time Since Iran Conflict Began

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will testify publicly on military strategy regarding Iran amid concerns over administration transparency.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Mark Levin Makes the Case for Sending Troops Into Iran Right After Trump Told Everyone to Watch His Show

Mark Levin advocates for sending specialized troops to Iran to recover uranium, citing national security concerns regarding potential dirty bombs.
#us-troops
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

As US troops sail to Middle East, how likely is Trump to order boots on the ground?

US troops are being deployed to the Middle East amid diplomatic efforts to end the war in Iran, with a focus on Kharg Island.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

JUST IN: Trump Orders 3,000 More Troops to the Middle East As Pentagon Considers Land Operations

President Trump ordered 3,000 more troops to the Middle East amid ongoing negotiations with Iran and potential military options.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

As US troops sail to Middle East, how likely is Trump to order boots on the ground?

US troops are being deployed to the Middle East amid diplomatic efforts to end the war in Iran, with a focus on Kharg Island.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

JUST IN: Trump Orders 3,000 More Troops to the Middle East As Pentagon Considers Land Operations

President Trump ordered 3,000 more troops to the Middle East amid ongoing negotiations with Iran and potential military options.
World politics
fromIntelligencer
2 weeks ago

Who Will Trump Blame for the Iran War?

Netanyahu influenced Trump's military strategy against Iran, advocating for aggressive actions and regime change over three decades.
World politics
fromThe Washington Post
2 weeks ago

Dread deepens among U.S. allies in Asia over a protracted Mideast war

Allies in Asia fear a prolonged U.S. conflict in the Middle East will detract from addressing security concerns regarding China.
#us-iran-conflict
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The Guardian view on the Iran war: energy, markets and a dangerous illusion | Editorial

Donald Trump's strategy involves military action while seeking a way to exit the conflict without a clear negotiating position.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Trump is being schooled on the limits of US power but he is a slow learner | Rafael Behr

Trump's military action against Iran revealed US strategic limitations rather than demonstrating superiority, as Iran's geographic leverage over global oil trade remains intact and economically damaging to America.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Trump's threats to Nato reveal glaring absence of any strategy on Iran

The US lacks a coherent strategy for managing Iran escalation, evidenced by Trump's reactive demand for international naval escorts through the Strait of Hormuz after military strikes failed to address asymmetric threats to merchant shipping.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The Guardian view on the Iran war: energy, markets and a dangerous illusion | Editorial

Donald Trump's strategy involves military action while seeking a way to exit the conflict without a clear negotiating position.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Trump is being schooled on the limits of US power but he is a slow learner | Rafael Behr

Trump's military action against Iran revealed US strategic limitations rather than demonstrating superiority, as Iran's geographic leverage over global oil trade remains intact and economically damaging to America.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Trump's threats to Nato reveal glaring absence of any strategy on Iran

The US lacks a coherent strategy for managing Iran escalation, evidenced by Trump's reactive demand for international naval escorts through the Strait of Hormuz after military strikes failed to address asymmetric threats to merchant shipping.
#drone-warfare
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago
Russo-Ukrainian War

One Ukrainian operation holds some of the most important lessons for the West as it readies for future drone wars

Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

Drones haven't won the fight in Ukraine. That matters as the West learns new ways of war.

Drones have transformed warfare in Ukraine but are not decisive for victory, reflecting deeper constraints in air superiority and combat strategy.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

One Ukrainian operation holds some of the most important lessons for the West as it readies for future drone wars

Operation Spiderweb demonstrates how inexpensive drones can destroy high-value military assets at strategic distances, forcing Western militaries to reassess drone warfare tactics and air defense vulnerabilities.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Iran war: Houthi restraint driven by domestic priorities

The Houthi militia warns of potential military action if the war against Iran escalates, but remains currently inactive in the conflict.
World politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

Total air defense is effectively impossible. In a major war, the West may have to make hard choices.

The West must make difficult choices about air defense priorities in large-scale wars due to limitations in resources and technology.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Nancy Mace Tells Trump, Take Lindsey Graham Out of the Situation Room'

Rep. Nancy Mace advises President Trump against taking counsel from Sen. Lindsey Graham regarding military actions in Iran.
#russia
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks ago
Russo-Ukrainian War

After a failed winter campaign, why it's not all bad news for Moscow - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Russia's military strategy in Ukraine relies on repetitive patterns, leading to predictable outcomes and ongoing challenges despite attempts at a spring offensive.
#nato
Europe politics
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

NATO needs layered defenses to deal with swarms of drones

NATO must develop affordable air defense systems to counter the threat of cheap, mass-produced drones, learning from Ukraine's experience.
Europe politics
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

NATO needs layered defenses to deal with swarms of drones

NATO must develop affordable air defense systems to counter the threat of cheap, mass-produced drones, learning from Ukraine's experience.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Retired General Warns Trump Against Enormous Escalation' in Bombing Iranian Power Plants: People Will Say It's a War Crime'

Wesley Clark warned that bombing Iranian power plants could be considered a war crime and lead to significant retaliation, stating, 'It would be an enormous escalation.'
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#strait-of-hormuz
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fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Trump Has New Plan for the Strait of Hormuz: It'll Open Itself'

Trump predicts the Strait of Hormuz will open if Iran stops obstructing it, urging allied nations to assist in policing the passage.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Iran does not need to close the Strait of Hormuz to disrupt it

Iran's strategy focuses on mining the approaches to the Strait of Hormuz, creating uncertainty for global shipping rather than directly blocking the strait.
World politics
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

Trump struggles to build coalition to reopen Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. is pursuing military strikes against Iranian positions and building an international coalition to secure shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, but faces significant diplomatic resistance from key allies.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Trump Has New Plan for the Strait of Hormuz: It'll Open Itself'

Trump predicts the Strait of Hormuz will open if Iran stops obstructing it, urging allied nations to assist in policing the passage.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Iran does not need to close the Strait of Hormuz to disrupt it

Iran's strategy focuses on mining the approaches to the Strait of Hormuz, creating uncertainty for global shipping rather than directly blocking the strait.
World politics
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

Trump struggles to build coalition to reopen Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. is pursuing military strikes against Iranian positions and building an international coalition to secure shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, but faces significant diplomatic resistance from key allies.
World politics
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

4 pivotal questions that could define the Iran war's next phase

The U.S. and Israel have differing strategies regarding the conflict, particularly concerning the Strait of Hormuz and potential military involvement.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Fox's John Roberts Lauds Trump's Cheeky' Pearl Harbor Dig: People Are Applauding Him'

Trump made a Pearl Harbor joke to Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi about not informing allies of military actions, drawing partisan reactions on social media.
World politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Trump Makes Wild Pearl Harbor Crack During Meeting With Japanese PM

Trump justified not warning allies about Iran strikes by citing the need for surprise, referencing Pearl Harbor while meeting with Japan's prime minister.
World politics
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

Six U.S. allies back potential Strait of Hormuz coalition

The Strait of Hormuz blockade is the White House's primary crisis in the war, preventing Trump from declaring victory. The U.S. pursues military strikes and diplomatic coalition-building to restore Gulf oil shipping.
World politics
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

Getting Iran Wrong, to the Nth Power

Trump's military action against Iran represents a strategic blunder driven by fundamental misunderstandings of the regime's motivations, which stem primarily from justified Iranian fears of United States aggression.
#iran-us-conflict
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fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Iran expert says Trump's 'war of choice' has morphed into a 'war of necessity'

Three weeks into the U.S.-Israel war with Iran, the conflict's end remains uncertain, with President Trump underestimating Iran's strategy to regionalize the conflict and close the Strait of Hormuz.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Iran's Hormuz blockade is its most powerful card against Trump and Israel. It won't back down easily | Jack Watling

US-Israeli attacks on Iran have disrupted 20% of global oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz, creating economic shockwaves and requiring diplomatic resolution beyond military capability.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 weeks ago

Defining Victory in the Iran War

The administration faces mounting pressure to declare victory despite unmet objectives, as unforeseen consequences of military conflict accumulate and public support weakens.
World politics
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

2 Problems With Calling Off The War In Iran - Above the Law

Trump's declared victory in Iran before summer creates a strategic dilemma: ending military operations while leaving 900 pounds of enriched uranium unresolved risks nuclear proliferation regardless of Iran's political outcome.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Starmer tells Trump: Britain will not be dragged into wider war on Iran

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer commits to working with allies on reopening the Strait of Hormuz but refuses to join offensive military strikes against Iran or be drawn into wider conflict.
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