Russian drones kill two at Ukraine-Moldova border crossing, officials say
Moldova has expelled a Russian diplomat after a Russian Geran attack drone crashed near family homes and an energy facility. President Maia Sandu stated that Russia's war continues to put Moldovan lives at risk, describing the incident as a dangerous act. The breach follows prior airspace violations and fatal attacks at the border. Moldovan authorities previously responded to these regional assaults by constructing protective border shelters and relocating personnel to protect national security. Meanwhile, ongoing Russian attacks on Ukraine's western border have triggered discussions with Poland and Moldova regarding the relocation of border controls, which could impact regional grain and sunflower flows.
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- ✓ Moldova declared a Russian diplomat persona non grata after an explosive Geran drone crashed near family homes and an energy site.
- ✓ President Maia Sandu stated that Russia's war keeps putting Moldovan lives at risk and called it a dangerous act.
- ✓ A Russian Geran attack drone breached Moldovan airspace and crashed near residential homes and an energy facility.
- ✓ Russian attacks on Ukraine's western border have prompted talks with Poland and Moldova on relocating controls, with implications for sunflower and grain flows.
What changed
Moldova declared a Russian diplomat persona non grata following the recent drone crash near residential homes and an energy facility.
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Moldova Expels Russian Diplomat After Drone Crash
Moldova has expelled a Russian diplomat after a Russian Geran attack drone crashed near family homes and an energy facility. President Maia Sandu stated that Russia's war continues to put Moldovan lives at risk, describing the incident as a dangerous act. The breach follows prior airspace violations and fatal attacks at the border. Moldovan authorities previously responded to these regional assaults by constructing protective border shelters and relocating personnel to protect national security. Meanwhile, ongoing Russian attacks on Ukraine's western border have triggered discussions with Poland and Moldova regarding the relocation of border controls, which could impact regional grain and sunflower flows.
Why it matters
Regional border areas between Ukraine and Moldova have faced persistent disruption from military attacks and airspace violations. Moldovan officials previously took defensive steps by building border shelters and moving personnel due to direct national security threats. The recent drone crash near residential areas and energy infrastructure has directly escalated diplomatic tensions between Chisinau and Moscow.
What is confirmed
- Moldova declared a Russian diplomat persona non grata after an explosive Geran drone crashed near family homes and an energy site.
- President Maia Sandu stated that Russia's war keeps putting Moldovan lives at risk and called it a dangerous act.
- A Russian Geran attack drone breached Moldovan airspace and crashed near residential homes and an energy facility.
- Russian attacks on Ukraine's western border have prompted talks with Poland and Moldova on relocating controls, with implications for sunflower and grain flows.
What to watch next
- Official diplomatic fallout or retaliatory measures from Moscow following the expulsion of the Russian diplomat
- Further updates on the relocation of border controls with Poland and Moldova and potential impacts on grain and sunflower flows
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Ukraine Border Crossings See Violence As Men Flee War
Regional violence involving Russian military action continues to impact the border area between Ukraine and Moldova. A recent viral video highlights men attempting to escape the conflict by crossing the Dniester River into Moldova, leading to the detention of Ukrainian border guards involved in a violent pursuit. Meanwhile, Moldovan authorities previously reported airspace violations and fatalities at the border crossing during massive waves of aerial attacks. Officials in Moldova have begun constructing protective border shelters and relocating personnel to address the direct threat to national security posed by regional assaults.
Why it matters
The border separating Ukraine and Moldova has become a critical focal point as the ongoing war drives individuals to seek escape routes. Regional security concerns escalated following airspace violations and casualties near the frontier. Moldovan officials continue to adapt their defensive postures in response to the broader military campaign.
What is confirmed
- Ukrainian border guards engaged in a violent pursuit of a man attempting to cross the Dniester River into Moldova.
- All three men involved in the Dniester River incident ended up in Moldova, and the guards were detained.
Still unconfirmed
- The viral video represents a broader, systemic pattern of violent border pursuits by Ukrainian guards against men fleeing the country.
What to watch next
- Official statements from Ukrainian authorities regarding the detained border guards
- Further measures taken by Moldovan border security in response to regional cross-border incidents
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Russian Drone Violates Moldovan Airspace Amid Ukraine Attacks
An unidentified unmanned aerial vehicle violated Moldova's airspace on the night of October 15 during a massive wave of Russian aerial attacks against Ukraine. Moldovan Defence Minister Anatolie Nosatîi stated that the aircraft belongs to Russia and poses a direct threat to national security. This incident follows prior regional strikes that resulted in two fatalities at the Ukraine-Moldova border crossing and the injury of a Moldovan border guard. In response to escalating regional assaults involving hundreds of drones and missiles, Moldovan authorities are constructing protective border shelters and relocating border guards.
Why it matters
The repeated incursion of aerial hardware into Moldovan territory highlights the spillover risks from the ongoing war in Ukraine. Moldova previously experienced temporary airspace closures and critical infrastructure damage due to large-scale Russian strikes. These events prompted defensive adjustments, including moving personnel stationed on the Ukrainian side back to domestic territory.
What is confirmed
- An unidentified unmanned aerial vehicle violated Moldova's airspace on the night of October 15 amid a wave of Russian aerial attacks on Ukraine.
- Moldovan Defence Minister Anatolie Nosatîi stated that the drone belongs to Russia and poses a threat to security.
What to watch next
- Further assessments from Moldovan defense officials regarding additional airspace violations
- Implementation of planned border shelter construction and personnel relocations
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Moldova Builds Border Shelters After Russian Drone Attacks
Moldova is constructing drone shelters near the Ukrainian border in response to escalating Russian attacks. The defensive measures follow previous strikes that hit border crossings at Starokozache and Palanca, killing two people and injuring a Moldovan border guard. In addition to building the new structures, Moldovan border guards currently stationed on the Ukrainian side of the border will be transferred back to the Moldovan side. The wider regional assault involved 188 drones and missiles, damaging critical infrastructure and forcing temporary closures of Moldovan airspace.
Why it matters
The border incidents demonstrate how the war in Ukraine directly threatens neighboring states through errant or targeted aerial munitions. Moldova has faced repeated airspace violations and drone debris landings during large-scale Russian aerial barrages. These security pressures have forced Chisinau to upgrade its border infrastructure and reposition personnel to protect guards from cross-border strikes.
What is confirmed
- Moldova is building drone shelters near the Ukrainian border amid escalating Russian attacks.
- Moldovan border guards currently stationed on the Ukrainian side of the border will be transferred to the Moldovan side.
- Russian drone strikes hit border crossings between Ukraine and Moldova, killing two people at Starokozache and injuring a Moldovan border guard at Palanca.
- A wider assault involving 188 drones and missiles killed at least six people, damaged Kyiv's Northern Bridge, and forced energy cuts.
What to watch next
- Completion and placement of the new drone shelters near the Ukrainian border
- Further repositioning of Moldovan border guard personnel
- Additional reports on airspace violations or drone incidents along the border
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Russian Drones Strike Ukraine-Moldova Border Crossings
Russian drone strikes have hit two border crossings between Ukraine and Moldova, killing two people at Starokozache and injuring a Moldovan border guard at Palanca. The attacks formed part of a wider assault involving 188 drones and missiles that killed at least six people, damaged Kyiv's Northern Bridge, and forced energy cuts. Moldovan airspace temporarily closed over northern and central regions following airspace violations and a drone landing on Moldovan soil. The Palanca crossing subsequently reopened after the incident.
Why it matters
Moldova, a constitutionally neutral former Soviet republic, has experienced a sharp escalation in airspace violations with 56 recorded this year, more than double the total for 2025. The targeting of border infrastructure alongside attacks on Ukrainian energy networks as winter approaches highlights the broader regional risks of the conflict.
What is confirmed
- A Russian drone strike at the Starokozache crossing on the Ukraine-Moldova border killed two people and injured three others.
- A projectile fired during a Russian attack hit a passenger bus and border control booth at the Palanca-Maiaki-Udobne crossing, injuring a Moldovan border guard.
- Moldova has recorded 56 airspace violations so far this year, which is more than double the total in 2025.
What to watch next
- Further official assessments from Moldovan authorities regarding the increasing frequency of airspace violations
- Updates on the restoration of energy infrastructure around Kyiv following the latest missile and drone barrage
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Russian Drones Strike Border Crossing and Energy Grid
A Russian drone strike at the Starokozache crossing on the Ukraine-Moldova border killed two people and injured three others. The border attack was part of a wider assault involving 188 drones and missiles that killed at least six people across Ukraine and damaged Kyiv's Northern Bridge. Russian forces also targeted energy infrastructure around Kyiv and other regions, forcing power cuts as winter approaches. In Moldova, a drone alert closed airspace over northern and central regions after a Russian drone landed on Moldovan soil, while a separate strike damaged a passenger bus and control booth at the Palanca crossing.
Why it matters
The recent strikes point to a renewed Russian air campaign aimed at crippling Ukraine's energy grid before winter sets in. Moldova finds itself increasingly caught in the crossfire as stray drones breach its airspace and territory. Meanwhile, Ukraine continues its own long-range campaign against Russian fuel supply lines.
What is confirmed
- A Russian drone strike at the Starokozache crossing on the Ukraine-Moldova border killed two people and injured three others.
- Russian air strikes hit energy infrastructure in Kyiv and nearby areas.
- A passenger bus and control booth were damaged at the Palanca crossing during the attack.
- A Moldovan citizen was injured in a drone strike at a Ukrainian-Moldovan border crossing.
What to watch next
- Further attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure as winter approaches
- Additional Moldovan airspace closures due to stray drones
- Developments in Ukraine's long-range campaign against Russian oil refining capacity
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Russian drones kill two at Ukraine-Moldova border crossing
A Russian drone strike at the Starokozache crossing on the Ukraine-Moldova border killed two people and injured three others overnight. This attack occurred during a wider assault involving 188 drones and missiles that killed at least six people across Ukraine and damaged Kyiv's Northern Bridge. The strikes targeted civilian infrastructure, including roads and trains. In Moldova, a drone alert forced authorities to close airspace over northern and central regions, which delayed President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's flight to Norway until officials confirmed a Russian drone had landed on Moldovan soil.
Why it matters
Russia has previously admitted that its munitions may fly over Moldova. These attacks target critical transport links to disrupt civilian life and humanitarian aid. The damage to the Northern Bridge in Kyiv has caused traffic disruptions for three days.
What is confirmed
- A Russian drone attack at the Starokozache crossing killed two people and injured three others.
- Russian attacks killed at least six people in Ukraine.
- Russian strikes damaged Kyiv's Northern Bridge.
- Moldovan authorities closed airspace over northern and central regions due to a drone alert.
- President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's flight to Norway was delayed by the Moldovan airspace closure.
What to watch next
- Official Moldovan government report on the drone that landed in its territory
- Updates on the repair status of Kyiv's Northern Bridge
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Russian Drones Kill Two at Ukraine-Moldova Border
Russian air strikes involving 188 drones and various missiles targeted Ukraine overnight, killing two people in a market outside Kyiv and three others in different regions, according to officials. The assault struck civilian infrastructure including crossings, trains, and roads used by helpers. Simultaneously, multiple drones entered neighboring Moldova, prompting authorities to briefly close the airspace over the northern and central regions to monitor the situation. Russia previously acknowledged that drones flying over Moldova could be its munitions.
Why it matters
Moscow continues to target logistics and civilian corridors near international borders, creating severe security spillover risks for neighboring European states. The latest assault follows earlier incidents where Russian munitions breached foreign airspace and detonated near Moldovan villages. These cross-border incursions highlight the escalating regional threat posed by sustained aerial bombardments of Ukraine.
What is confirmed
- Russia attacked Ukraine overnight with 188 drones and various missiles, according to Ukraine's air force.
- Russian drones killed two people in a market outside Kyiv and three others in different regions, officials say.
Still unconfirmed
- Russia now bombs the crossings, trains, and roads that civilians and international helpers use to reach Ukraine.
What to watch next
- Official reports on total casualties and damage from the overnight missile and drone barrage.
- Further statements from Moldovan authorities regarding the origin of the drones that entered their airspace.
- Assessment from international monitors on the impact of strikes on Ukraine's border crossings and transit routes.
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Russian Drones Strike Borders and Energy Grid
Russian air strikes have targeted Ukraine's energy grid, killing four people and leaving Kyiv under smoke while drones breached neighboring European airspace. A drone detonated outside a village in Moldova during the attacks. Meanwhile, Russia's ambassador to Moldova, Oleg Ozerov, acknowledged that drones flying over Moldova could be Russian. The strikes coincide with a broader pattern of Russian munitions crossing into the airspace of neighboring European nations and hitting areas near borders.
Why it matters
Russia has increasingly struck Ukraine's borders with European countries while sending drones and missiles into neighboring European airspace. This widening pattern of border breaches heightens regional security risks and strains diplomatic relations between Moscow and neighboring states such as Moldova. The attacks on energy facilities also compound pressure on Ukraine's infrastructure as air campaigns intensify.
What is confirmed
- Russia unleashed an air campaign against Ukraine's energy grid on Wednesday, hitting power facilities and killing four people.
- A drone breached Moldovan airspace and detonated outside a village during the attacks.
- Russia's ambassador to Moldova, Oleg Ozerov, acknowledged that drones flying over Moldova could be Russian.
Still unconfirmed
- Russia's target in the region includes specific objectives discussed by Ambassador Oleg Ozerov on Soroca TV.
What to watch next
- Further official statements from Moldovan authorities regarding the origin of the exploded drone.
- Additional diplomatic measures or responses from neighboring European nations regarding airspace violations.
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Russian Drones Strike Ukraine Borders, Kill Two
Russian drone strikes have killed two people at a border crossing and triggered broader cross-border security incidents involving neighboring European nations. Polish and Ukrainian officials reported a separate strike just two kilometres from the Polish border that damaged a checkpoint without causing casualties. Meanwhile, Moldovan President Maia Sandu confirmed that four Russian drones violated Moldovan airspace, with at least one exploding in the north of the country. These border and airspace breaches coincide with a wider escalation of Russian attacks targeting Ukrainian territory and infrastructure.
Why it matters
The recent incursions into European airspace and strikes near NATO and European Union borders mark an escalation in the regional spillover of the conflict. Officials observe that attacks near western border crossings, paired with airspace violations in Moldova and Romania alongside evacuations in Poland, form part of a coordinated Kremlin strategy. This pattern strains regional air defenses and raises security concerns for neighboring states.
What is confirmed
- A Russian drone struck Ukrainian territory two kilometres from a border crossing with Poland, damaging a border checkpoint without causing casualties.
- Moldovan President Maia Sandu stated that four Russian drones violated Moldova's airspace during an attack on Ukraine, with at least one exploding in the north of the country.
Still unconfirmed
- Strikes on border crossings in western Ukraine, drones over Moldova and Romania, and evacuations in Poland are part of a single Kremlin strategy.
What to watch next
- Official assessments from Poland and Romania regarding the full trajectory and airspace violations of the drones.
- Further security measures or evacuation orders enacted by neighboring European nations.
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Russian drones kill two at Ukraine-Moldova border crossing
Russian drone strikes have killed two people at a border crossing between Ukraine and Moldova, officials report. The incident is part of an escalation of Russian attacks on Ukraine, which have included strikes on Kyiv and other areas, resulting in multiple fatalities and damage to a maternity clinic. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has condemned the attacks.
Why it matters
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has been ongoing for several months, with Russia stepping up its air war and deploying more drones. Ukraine has faced challenges in defending against these attacks due to a shortage of interceptors to down ballistic missiles. The international community has expressed concern over the escalation of the conflict.
What is confirmed
- Russian drone and missile strikes on Ukraine have killed multiple people, including eight in a recent attack on Kyiv and its northeast.
- A maternity hospital and a farm were damaged in the recent assault on Kyiv.
- Two people died in the latest assault on Kyiv, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
What to watch next
- Further Russian escalation and potential international response
- Ukraine's ability to defend against continued drone and missile strikes
- Impact of the conflict on civilians and infrastructure
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Former Border Patrol Commander Alleges Trump Officials Want Him Dead
Former Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino stated that Trump administration officials removed his security detail after his departure despite ongoing death threats, alleging they want him killed to silence him. Bovino made these remarks during an interview with podcaster Tucker Carlson released Wednesday. Meanwhile, small farmers in the Kherson fields harvest crops amid drones and old front lines while facing uncertainty over whether sales will fund the next season. The claims highlight escalating domestic friction within US federal law enforcement circles alongside continuing agricultural disruptions inside Ukraine.
Why it matters
The allegations from Bovino follow previous reports concerning major US military posture shifts and Russia sanctions. Concurrently, agricultural operations in Ukraine continue under hazardous wartime conditions near active front lines. These developments occur alongside wider geopolitical tensions involving European security and Western measures against Moscow.
What is confirmed
- Former Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino stated that Trump administration officials removed his security detail after he left the government.
- Bovino stated he believes some administration officials want him killed to silence him.
Still unconfirmed
- Small farmers in Kherson face uncertainty over whether current crop sales will fund the next season.
What to watch next
- Response from Trump administration officials regarding Gregory Bovino's security detail allegations
- Further updates on agricultural market access for small farmers in the Kherson region
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US and Poland Advance Permanent Base Plans Amid Russia Tensions
President Donald Trump announced major progress toward establishing a permanent United States Army base in Poland, a move designed to expand the American military presence on NATO's eastern flank. Meanwhile, a sweeping Russia sanctions bill heads to the desk of President Donald Trump. US Senator Jeanne Shaheen stated the legislation aims to squeeze Moscow's energy revenues and pressure nations purchasing Russian oil and gas. In addition, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned that Russia plans to launch a drone or missile attack against a NATO country and frame it as an accidental strike.
Why it matters
These developments unfold against a backdrop of escalating regional friction and ongoing drone warfare near NATO borders. Poland and the United States continue to deepen bilateral defense ties to deter potential aggression from Moscow. Lawmakers in Washington are simultaneously escalating economic pressure through targeted sanctions aimed at degrading Russian state revenues.
What is confirmed
- President Donald Trump stated that Washington and Warsaw are making major progress toward establishing a permanent US Army base in Poland.
- A sweeping Russia sanctions bill is headed to President Donald Trump's desk.
Still unconfirmed
- Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned that Russia is planning to launch a drone or missile attack on a NATO country and pretend the strike was accidental to paralyze the NATO response.
What to watch next
- President Donald Trump signing the Russia sanctions bill
- Formal agreements regarding the permanent US Army base in Poland
- Further NATO defensive responses to Polish warnings of potential Russian strikes
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Trump reports Ukraine and Russia agreed to stop energy facility strikes
President Donald Trump announced that Ukraine and Russia agreed to stop targeting each other's energy facilities. This follows a Sunday request from Trump to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to end strikes on Russian oil refineries and diesel infrastructure. Trump linked these Ukrainian attacks to a global diesel shortage and record U.S. prices, which averaged over $6 a gallon on Friday. This diplomatic shift occurs amid continued drone warfare, including a recent Russian strike near the Poland border that hit a train shortly after Boris Johnson departed the area.
Why it matters
Ukraine previously targeted refineries in Tatarstan in response to Russian strikes on border crossings and port hubs. These energy attacks aim to disrupt Russian logistics and revenue. The U.S. intervention reflects concerns over domestic fuel costs and international energy stability.
What is confirmed
- President Donald Trump asked President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to stop strikes on Russian oil refineries and diesel infrastructure.
- U.S. diesel prices averaged over $6 a gallon on Friday.
- Donald Trump stated that Ukraine and Russia agreed not to target each other's energy facilities.
Still unconfirmed
- A Russian drone hit a train near the Ukraine-Poland border minutes after Boris Johnson and European security officials departed.
What to watch next
- Verification of the energy strike ceasefire by Kyiv and Moscow
- Future fluctuations in U.S. diesel prices
- Further drone activity near the Poland border
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- wtop.com — Trump calls on Ukraine to halt strikes on Russian diesel fuel, saying attacks are causing a shortage
- www.nwaonline.com — Ukraine asked to stop attacks
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- www.rte.ie — Ukraine, Russia agree not to hit energy targets - Trump
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Russian drone barrage hits Odesa for second night as civilian deaths rise
Russia launched its largest drone barrage in weeks, targeting Odesa for a second consecutive night. Recent strikes killed eight civilians and wounded dozens, according to local officials. These attacks follow a strike on a Ukraine-Moldova border crossing that killed two people and halted operations. In response, Ukraine hit refineries in Tatarstan. President Vladimir Putin warned that deploying European troops to Ukraine would constitute a direct conflict with Russia. No new peace talks are currently scheduled.
Why it matters
The escalation follows warnings from Moldova's president that the Russian frontline is shifting west. Ukraine continues to target Russian energy infrastructure to disrupt military logistics. Tensions remain high as Russia warns against Western military intervention.
What is confirmed
- Russian strikes killed eight civilians and wounded dozens of people.
- Russia launched its largest drone barrage in weeks against Odesa.
- Ukraine struck refineries in Tatarstan.
Still unconfirmed
- President Vladimir Putin warned that sending European troops into Ukraine would amount to direct conflict with Russia.
What to watch next
- Scheduling of new peace talks
- Further Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil infrastructure
- European response to Putin's warning regarding troop deployment
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Russian Drones Kill Two at Ukraine-Moldova Border
Russian drone strikes hit a border crossing between Ukraine and Moldova in the southern region of Odesa, killing two people and halting operations at the facility. Ukrainian and Moldovan officials confirmed the attack, which prompted a warning from Moldova's president that Russia's frontline is moving west. A separate drone incursion also delayed the departure of a plane carrying Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Norway. Meanwhile, Ukrainian leadership criticized the international community for failing to adopt a tougher stance against escalating Russian bombardments.
Why it matters
The strike on a Moldovan border crossing marks a dangerous geographic creep in the ongoing conflict, drawing direct security concerns from Chisinau. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy faces persistent aerial threats during diplomatic travel, highlighting the vulnerability of regional airspace. International allies continue to face pressure from Kyiv to strengthen measures against Russian attacks on civilian and border infrastructure.
What is confirmed
- A Russian drone attack on the Ukraine-Moldova border crossing killed two people.
- Operations at the border checkpoint were halted following the strike.
- A Russian drone entering Moldova's airspace delayed the departure of a plane carrying Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Norway on Tuesday.
- One person was killed in separate attacks in Kyiv.
Still unconfirmed
- Moldova's president warned that Russia's frontline is moving west following the checkpoint attack.
What to watch next
- Any official diplomatic responses from Moldova or NATO allies regarding the airspace violation
- Further security assessments from Kyiv regarding border infrastructure vulnerabilities
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