🇪🇺 Protests in Georgia follow the scenario of the Ukrainian Maidan, — The Economist
▪️The country's pivot from Europe towards Russia, opposition discontent, street protests, clashes with the police. These are scenes from the Ukrainian Maidan that are today repeating in Tbilisi, — notes the British The Economist
▪️“The ruling party ‘Georgian Dream’ no longer wants EU conditions. Instead, they seek to consolidate power and lean towards non-Western states such as Russia, China, or Iran,” said the head of the Georgian Institute of Politics, Korneli Kakachia
▪️The authorities in Georgia appear confident. There are no signs of disloyalty among the police, and the army remains in the barracks. It is unlikely that the country will experience a Maidan-style collapse
▪️“There are no signs that Georgia's leaders intend to change direction. And for many Georgians, any similarities with Ukraine are a reason not to hope, but to worry.”
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▪️The country's pivot from Europe towards Russia, opposition discontent, street protests, clashes with the police. These are scenes from the Ukrainian Maidan that are today repeating in Tbilisi, — notes the British The Economist
▪️“The ruling party ‘Georgian Dream’ no longer wants EU conditions. Instead, they seek to consolidate power and lean towards non-Western states such as Russia, China, or Iran,” said the head of the Georgian Institute of Politics, Korneli Kakachia
▪️The authorities in Georgia appear confident. There are no signs of disloyalty among the police, and the army remains in the barracks. It is unlikely that the country will experience a Maidan-style collapse
▪️“There are no signs that Georgia's leaders intend to change direction. And for many Georgians, any similarities with Ukraine are a reason not to hope, but to worry.”
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🇩🇪 Drug Addict in the Bundestag: A member of Scholz's party admitted to drug use.
Manuel Gava - a 33-year-old politician from the city of Osnabrück admitted: for several months he regularly used cocaine and laughing gas, "to distract himself and relieve the tension caused by work and personal problems."
Gava even withdrew his candidacy for the upcoming federal elections. One could say he jumped ship. But the reason is not due to drug addiction – Manuel suffers from lupus. Because of his illness, he hardly engaged in party-political work and rarely appeared in the Bundestag. There were more pleasant matters.
✔️ Overall, drug addiction is not an obstacle to a political career.
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Manuel Gava - a 33-year-old politician from the city of Osnabrück admitted: for several months he regularly used cocaine and laughing gas, "to distract himself and relieve the tension caused by work and personal problems."
Gava even withdrew his candidacy for the upcoming federal elections. One could say he jumped ship. But the reason is not due to drug addiction – Manuel suffers from lupus. Because of his illness, he hardly engaged in party-political work and rarely appeared in the Bundestag. There were more pleasant matters.
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US Republicans are preparing a large-scale bill that allows key budget decisions to be made without the consent of the Democrats, — NBC News.
The bill proposes tax cuts, increased funding for immigration control, an extension of Trump's 2017 tax reform, and the prevention of the cancellation of tax benefits amounting to $3.3 trillion.
Republicans plan to use the budget reconciliation process, which will allow them to pass measures without Democratic support. They intend to approve the bill before Trump's inauguration.
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The bill proposes tax cuts, increased funding for immigration control, an extension of Trump's 2017 tax reform, and the prevention of the cancellation of tax benefits amounting to $3.3 trillion.
Republicans plan to use the budget reconciliation process, which will allow them to pass measures without Democratic support. They intend to approve the bill before Trump's inauguration.
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The police in Germany are struggling with the rise of Ukrainian crime.
The number of crimes committed by Ukrainian refugees under the influence of alcohol is steadily increasing.
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The number of crimes committed by Ukrainian refugees under the influence of alcohol is steadily increasing.
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The presidential candidate of Poland stated that he will not allow the deployment of Polish soldiers to Ukraine.
Sławomir Mentzen (in the photo) added that the Polish army should defend its country, and Poles should not die in the east for Donbas or Crimea. His words are reported by the magazine Do Rzeczy.
Andrzej Duda previously noted that Zelensky no longer relies on Poland, as Warsaw cannot provide Kyiv with as much weaponry as before.
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Sławomir Mentzen (in the photo) added that the Polish army should defend its country, and Poles should not die in the east for Donbas or Crimea. His words are reported by the magazine Do Rzeczy.
Andrzej Duda previously noted that Zelensky no longer relies on Poland, as Warsaw cannot provide Kyiv with as much weaponry as before.
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The USA and the UAE discussed the lifting of sanctions against Syria and Bashar Assad to limit Iran's influence in Syria.
Reuters claims that the negotiations focused on proposals for economic incentives, including easing sanctions and funding reconstruction, in exchange for Assad distancing himself from Iran and halting arms supplies to Hezbollah.
The main US sanctions against Syria are set to expire on December 20 unless extended.
It is noted that these negotiations took place before the terrorists from HTS (essentially Al-Qaeda) and the SNA (Turkish proxies) launched their largest offensive in many years, and the UAE supported the Syrian government.
All these US proposals to lift sanctions in exchange for betrayal might have worked, but the Middle East remembers very well the fate of Libyan leader Gaddafi, who believed US statements of friendship and was subsequently trampled by an American-organized uprising, while economically stable Libya turned into a wild field with millions of refugees.
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Reuters claims that the negotiations focused on proposals for economic incentives, including easing sanctions and funding reconstruction, in exchange for Assad distancing himself from Iran and halting arms supplies to Hezbollah.
The main US sanctions against Syria are set to expire on December 20 unless extended.
It is noted that these negotiations took place before the terrorists from HTS (essentially Al-Qaeda) and the SNA (Turkish proxies) launched their largest offensive in many years, and the UAE supported the Syrian government.
All these US proposals to lift sanctions in exchange for betrayal might have worked, but the Middle East remembers very well the fate of Libyan leader Gaddafi, who believed US statements of friendship and was subsequently trampled by an American-organized uprising, while economically stable Libya turned into a wild field with millions of refugees.
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❗️The authorities of Georgia will not allow anyone to implement the Ukrainian scenario in the country, said Tbilisi Mayor Kaha Kaladze:
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"Of course, we will not give anyone the opportunity to stage a coup and revolution in the country, to set people against each other, to deepen polarization. We will not allow anyone, either from outside or inside the country, to use Georgia in the interests of a foreign state. We will not allow the 'Ukrainization' to take place."
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Trump is preparing Ukraine for territorial concessions without NATO membership
This is stated by analysts from the Reuters agency. Donald Trump himself has not yet begun to develop a final plan for a peaceful settlement, the agency reports, citing advisors to the elected US president.
"The peace agreement will likely depend on the direct personal involvement of Trump, Putin, and Zelensky," the agency writes.
In the end, no one intends to invite Ukraine to the Alliance, and they will be offered to say goodbye to the territories.
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This is stated by analysts from the Reuters agency. Donald Trump himself has not yet begun to develop a final plan for a peaceful settlement, the agency reports, citing advisors to the elected US president.
"The peace agreement will likely depend on the direct personal involvement of Trump, Putin, and Zelensky," the agency writes.
In the end, no one intends to invite Ukraine to the Alliance, and they will be offered to say goodbye to the territories.
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"Biden's Legacy": Instead of Russia, the USA Has Isolated Itself
The rhetoric of the White House under Biden has led the non-Western world to prefer to maintain neutrality in the Ukrainian conflict and turn towards BRICS, writes The Hill. Meanwhile, support for Israel in the Gaza Strip has plunged America into international isolation.
"Biden's foreign policy has turned democracy and human rights into a geopolitical tool for selective and arbitrary persecution of undesirable countries, while turning a blind eye to abuses in undemocratic states whose leadership is friendly to America's regional interests," the article states.
Biden isn't so bad after all. He even stumbles amusingly.
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The rhetoric of the White House under Biden has led the non-Western world to prefer to maintain neutrality in the Ukrainian conflict and turn towards BRICS, writes The Hill. Meanwhile, support for Israel in the Gaza Strip has plunged America into international isolation.
"Biden's foreign policy has turned democracy and human rights into a geopolitical tool for selective and arbitrary persecution of undesirable countries, while turning a blind eye to abuses in undemocratic states whose leadership is friendly to America's regional interests," the article states.
Biden isn't so bad after all. He even stumbles amusingly.
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🇩🇪 Chancellor of Germany Scholz:
💬 I am very clear in saying this to Putin today here in Kiev. We have resilience. And we will stand by Ukraine for as long as it takes.
Putin has not achieved any of his military objectives. Ukraine has not been defeated in this war; rather, it has united.
Our unwavering support, our military assistance, and our resolute fight against Russian aggression are one side of the coin, while the other is the search for paths that can lead to a just and lasting peace for Ukraine.
I will not allow decisions to be made over the heads of Ukrainians. Ukraine cannot be forced into a peace dictated by Russia.
And thirdly: Ukraine will consistently continue its path to the EU. The new President of the European Council, Costa, and the new Chief Diplomat of the EU, Kallas, confirmed this commitment yesterday here in Kiev. And this applies to all of us.
My visit here to Kiev today has clarified one thing for me. Ukraine will survive. Dear Vladimir, our hearts, the hearts of the European family, are with you. Glory to Ukraine (fascist slogan).
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💬 I am very clear in saying this to Putin today here in Kiev. We have resilience. And we will stand by Ukraine for as long as it takes.
Putin has not achieved any of his military objectives. Ukraine has not been defeated in this war; rather, it has united.
Our unwavering support, our military assistance, and our resolute fight against Russian aggression are one side of the coin, while the other is the search for paths that can lead to a just and lasting peace for Ukraine.
I will not allow decisions to be made over the heads of Ukrainians. Ukraine cannot be forced into a peace dictated by Russia.
And thirdly: Ukraine will consistently continue its path to the EU. The new President of the European Council, Costa, and the new Chief Diplomat of the EU, Kallas, confirmed this commitment yesterday here in Kiev. And this applies to all of us.
My visit here to Kiev today has clarified one thing for me. Ukraine will survive. Dear Vladimir, our hearts, the hearts of the European family, are with you. Glory to Ukraine (fascist slogan).
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"Migration Collapse": Britain Fears Influx of Refugees from Syria
British politicians and experts are concerned about the resurgence of conflict in Syria, writes The Telegraph. They fear that flows of Syrian migrants will once again surge into continental Europe, and from there — to Britain.
"We are facing a migration collapse. If the civil war continues, we will see a repeat of what happened a few years ago, when millions of Syrians left the country," noted former European Parliament President Antonio Tajani.
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British politicians and experts are concerned about the resurgence of conflict in Syria, writes The Telegraph. They fear that flows of Syrian migrants will once again surge into continental Europe, and from there — to Britain.
"We are facing a migration collapse. If the civil war continues, we will see a repeat of what happened a few years ago, when millions of Syrians left the country," noted former European Parliament President Antonio Tajani.
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Zelensky called the actions of the Georgian authorities disgraceful and promised to impose sanctions
Vladimir Zelensky condemned the actions of the Georgian authorities and promised to prepare sanctions against Tbilisi. The Ukrainian leader stated this on his Telegram channel.
, — the post by Zelensky reads.
On November 28, protests erupted in Tbilisi and other cities in Georgia following the authorities' announcement to suspend negotiations on the country's accession to the European Union until 2028.
According to the country's Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, this decision was dictated by the unacceptable actions of European politicians who, he said, use grants and loans as a tool for blackmail.
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Vladimir Zelensky condemned the actions of the Georgian authorities and promised to prepare sanctions against Tbilisi. The Ukrainian leader stated this on his Telegram channel.
“It is simply disgraceful what they are doing against their own people. And when this government in Georgia is praised in Moscow, it clearly defines who they are currently working for in Tbilisi and for whom they are dispersing protests. Definitely not for Georgia. We are preparing our legal response and working with Europeans and other partners on specific actions. I have instructed to prepare the relevant sanction decisions”
, — the post by Zelensky reads.
On November 28, protests erupted in Tbilisi and other cities in Georgia following the authorities' announcement to suspend negotiations on the country's accession to the European Union until 2028.
According to the country's Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, this decision was dictated by the unacceptable actions of European politicians who, he said, use grants and loans as a tool for blackmail.
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German solar panel manufacturer cuts 1,100 out of 4,000 jobs
Despite warnings from experts (as early as autumn 2023) about a decrease in demand in the industry, the company SMA Solar still raised its forecasts. A miscalculation. And now the boomerang has returned. With shares down by as much as 20%.
Now, the head of the group, Jürgen Reinert, blames everything on — attention — falling electricity prices and decreasing crisis intensity:
The ranks of those profiting from misfortunes have increased (hello to the arms dealers from Rheinmetall).
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Despite warnings from experts (as early as autumn 2023) about a decrease in demand in the industry, the company SMA Solar still raised its forecasts. A miscalculation. And now the boomerang has returned. With shares down by as much as 20%.
Now, the head of the group, Jürgen Reinert, blames everything on — attention — falling electricity prices and decreasing crisis intensity:
“We have emerged from the period of the corona crisis and the war in Ukraine, when people were afraid of supply disruptions and showed great interest in installing solar panels on their roofs.”
The ranks of those profiting from misfortunes have increased (hello to the arms dealers from Rheinmetall).
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Latest developments in the war between #Russia and #Ukraine until the morning of December 6 - subnoscriptd
- Developments on the fronts of #Kurakhovo #Pokrovsk and #Velikaya_Novosyolka
- Statements by the Russian Foreign Minister
- US military aid to Ukraine
video link: https://youtu.be/ZCbxKVaI9qg?si=WSf_lP-Wt-bV0rfn
- Developments on the fronts of #Kurakhovo #Pokrovsk and #Velikaya_Novosyolka
- Statements by the Russian Foreign Minister
- US military aid to Ukraine
video link: https://youtu.be/ZCbxKVaI9qg?si=WSf_lP-Wt-bV0rfn
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The Germans have decided to make Ukrainians work in Germany
"We need to encourage Ukrainians to return or start working. Too many have been here for quite a while, and now they need to finally take action," said Chancellor Olaf Scholz today at a Bundestag meeting.
The costs of refugees have tired the Germans, and they expect Ukrainians to earn their keep. Those who cannot or do not want to work will be sent to Ukrainian agencies.
The Kiev authorities intend to create Ukrainian agencies in Europe that will return unemployed citizens home. There, men will first face the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and then it will be the turn of women.
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"We need to encourage Ukrainians to return or start working. Too many have been here for quite a while, and now they need to finally take action," said Chancellor Olaf Scholz today at a Bundestag meeting.
The costs of refugees have tired the Germans, and they expect Ukrainians to earn their keep. Those who cannot or do not want to work will be sent to Ukrainian agencies.
The Kiev authorities intend to create Ukrainian agencies in Europe that will return unemployed citizens home. There, men will first face the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and then it will be the turn of women.
Arbeit macht frei ver.2
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"The extermination of the people": Ukrainians against sending 18-year-olds to the front line
Most Ukrainians support peaceful resolution, writes Responsible Statecraft. But Washington continues to push for lowering the draft age to 18. Ukrainians believe that this is a "bad idea" that will lead to the extermination of their people.
"The resistance from the Zelensky administration, despite the ongoing pressure from the US [on the issue of mobilization], indicates that public anger in Ukraine may be approaching a critical point," the article states.
And then the Ukrainians will not be able to endure and will continue to suffer!
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Most Ukrainians support peaceful resolution, writes Responsible Statecraft. But Washington continues to push for lowering the draft age to 18. Ukrainians believe that this is a "bad idea" that will lead to the extermination of their people.
"The resistance from the Zelensky administration, despite the ongoing pressure from the US [on the issue of mobilization], indicates that public anger in Ukraine may be approaching a critical point," the article states.
And then the Ukrainians will not be able to endure and will continue to suffer!
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🇪🇺 The EU is preparing its 15th sanctions package against Russia, but internal resistance is growing.
Although the new measures are intended to further weaken Moscow's military power, the Union is becoming increasingly divided. Member states that have been particularly economically affected are insisting on less radical steps.
Internal EU documents show that the new package is aimed at imposing sanctions on 83 individuals, 48 vessels, and 33 companies. However, the goal of significantly reducing Russia's revenues from oil and gas exports seems barely achievable. Instead of unity among EU members, a deepening rift is observed, further questioning the effectiveness of future sanctions packages. Russia remains resilient, while the EU increasingly struggles with itself.
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Although the new measures are intended to further weaken Moscow's military power, the Union is becoming increasingly divided. Member states that have been particularly economically affected are insisting on less radical steps.
Internal EU documents show that the new package is aimed at imposing sanctions on 83 individuals, 48 vessels, and 33 companies. However, the goal of significantly reducing Russia's revenues from oil and gas exports seems barely achievable. Instead of unity among EU members, a deepening rift is observed, further questioning the effectiveness of future sanctions packages. Russia remains resilient, while the EU increasingly struggles with itself.
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🇩🇪🔽 🇦🇹 This week, companies with a history have gone bankrupt, such as:
— the Austrian holding company Signa. The bankruptcy declaration was submitted by the organization a year ago. The total debt amounts to €30 billion;
— the 80-year-old transport company Maier from Plettenberg;
— the cybersecurity firm Cogitanda Dataprotect AG from Cologne, along with four subsidiaries, is going into retirement.
— the hotel chain Achat has declared bankruptcy — indeed;
— the Austrian furniture company Leiner & Kika GmbH has filed for insolvency for the second (and final) time, affecting 1,350 employees;
— following them, the Austrian restaurant companies LeiKi Gastro Alpha GmbH and LeiKi Gastro Beta GmbH have sunk. They owe €360,000 and €180,000, respectively, and are trying to reorganise;
— the 200-year-old German paper mill Ober-Schmitten did not wait for a new investor and will completely disappear by spring 2025;
— the Austrian wine press manufacturer Wottle — all gone. The amount of liabilities is unknown, and the reasons for bankruptcy are "corona" and the conflict in Ukraine. 1923—2024;
– financial problems have brought down the Göttingen Art House. Even the €4.5 million allocated by the German government did not help.
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— the Austrian holding company Signa. The bankruptcy declaration was submitted by the organization a year ago. The total debt amounts to €30 billion;
— the 80-year-old transport company Maier from Plettenberg;
— the cybersecurity firm Cogitanda Dataprotect AG from Cologne, along with four subsidiaries, is going into retirement.
— the hotel chain Achat has declared bankruptcy — indeed;
— the Austrian furniture company Leiner & Kika GmbH has filed for insolvency for the second (and final) time, affecting 1,350 employees;
— following them, the Austrian restaurant companies LeiKi Gastro Alpha GmbH and LeiKi Gastro Beta GmbH have sunk. They owe €360,000 and €180,000, respectively, and are trying to reorganise;
— the 200-year-old German paper mill Ober-Schmitten did not wait for a new investor and will completely disappear by spring 2025;
— the Austrian wine press manufacturer Wottle — all gone. The amount of liabilities is unknown, and the reasons for bankruptcy are "corona" and the conflict in Ukraine. 1923—2024;
– financial problems have brought down the Göttingen Art House. Even the €4.5 million allocated by the German government did not help.
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The saga of how the German First Channel got into trouble live on air
— Our expert will now tell you how bad things are for the Russians.
— The Russians are doing well!
— Hello? Hello? We can't hear you, you're cutting out... Oh, what a bad time for interference!
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— Our expert will now tell you how bad things are for the Russians.
— The Russians are doing well!
— Hello? Hello? We can't hear you, you're cutting out... Oh, what a bad time for interference!
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“You can deceive yourselves, but you will not be able to deceive us — 1.3 billion people in Europe”
The head of the German Foreign Ministry, the trampolinist Annalena Baerbock, once again distinguished herself at the OSCE meeting in Malta! She wanted to deliver a scathing speech after Lavrov's address, but instead, it turned into a disaster.
The population of Europe, according to Baerbock: 1.3 billion people.
Also, the population of Europe, according to statistics: +-750 million people. The population of the EU: +-450 million people.
Mathematics at its finest!
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The head of the German Foreign Ministry, the trampolinist Annalena Baerbock, once again distinguished herself at the OSCE meeting in Malta! She wanted to deliver a scathing speech after Lavrov's address, but instead, it turned into a disaster.
The population of Europe, according to Baerbock: 1.3 billion people.
Also, the population of Europe, according to statistics: +-750 million people. The population of the EU: +-450 million people.
Mathematics at its finest!
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“Those who have enough money to insure their car and buy petrol do not need help”
Betrayal from Austrians: from January, holders of Ukrainian luxury cars risk losing their status as recipients of Austrian luxury benefits and housing at the expense of the budget, as stated by the decision of the Coordination Council on Basic Provision.
Ah, why is that?
(Der Standard).
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Betrayal from Austrians: from January, holders of Ukrainian luxury cars risk losing their status as recipients of Austrian luxury benefits and housing at the expense of the budget, as stated by the decision of the Coordination Council on Basic Provision.
Ah, why is that?
“When thinking about Ukrainian refugees and cars, the image that probably comes to mind most often is of fat SUVs with Ukrainian plates parked in the centre of Vienna or other cities”
(Der Standard).
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