World leaders have applauded the breakthrough as they anticipate the further release of all hostages. US President Joe Biden who led us efforts to secure the pause in fighting says that this deal is just a start and there are real possibilities of an extended truce in the ongoing war.

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American model Gigi Hadid has stirred controversy due to her recent comment on the Israel-Hamas war. The model who is half Palestinian has been vocal about her opinions on the Israel-Palestine conflict. The 28-year-old has attracted a lot of backlash after she accused Israel of “organ harvesting.” Hadid shared a reel on her Instagram story which claims “health officials admitted that Israeli authorities had harvested the organs of dead Palestinians for years without their consent."

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According to Qatar, which assisted in mediating the agreement, the released Israelis are dual citizens of France, Germany, and Argentina. After "52 days of suffering and despair," German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock welcomed the release of the hostages, including "two German teenagers."

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Israel-Hamas War: Gaza truce deal extended by two days; White House welcomes announcement

Eleven more hostages held captive by Hamas during the Oct 7 onslaught&nbsp;were released on Monday (Nov 27) under the truce deal signed by both Israel and the Palestinian militant group.

The Israeli military released a statement saying that the hostages, freed in the Gaza Strip, had arrived safely in the country's territory. This came after the extension of the truce was announced by two days between the warring sides.

"Our forces will accompany them until they are reunited with their families," Israeli Defence Forces said in a statement, adding the military "salutes and embraces the released hostages upon their return home".

This fourth batch of hostages freed by Hamas included French, German and Argentinian dual nationals, Qatar said before their release.

On "the fourth day of the humanitarian truce agreement, 33 Palestinian civilians will be released today in exchange for the release of 11 Israeli detainees from Gaza," Qatar Foreign Ministry spokesman Majed Al Ansari said on X.

"Those released from Israeli prisons include 30 minors and 3 women, while the Israelis released from Gaza include 3 French citizens, 2 German citizens, and 6 Argentinian citizens," he added.

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock welcomed the release of the hostages, including "two German teenagers" after "52 days of suffering and despair".

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<h2>Israel releases 33 Palestinian prisoners</h2>

In a swap, Israel freed 33 Palestinian detainees "during the night" under the truce agreement.

The release brought the total number of detainees freed by Israel during the initial, four-day pause in the fighting to 150.

The move was hailed by the UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who called it a "glimpse of hope and humanity in the middle of the darkness of war".

Welcoming the announcement, the White House, in a statement, expressed hope that the humanitarian pause would continue longer.

"Of course, we welcome the announcement," White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby told reporters after mediator Qatar said the initial four-day truce was to be lengthened.

"We would of course hope to see the pause extended further, and that will depend upon Hamas continuing to release hostages."

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<h2>Blinken to pay third wartime visit to Middle East&nbsp;</h2>

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will visit the Middle East this week for the third time since the war broke out between Israel and Hamas, a US official said Monday after the extension of the truce was announced.

A senior US official said that the top US diplomat would meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Tel Aviv and with Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas in Ramallah.&nbsp;

"In his meetings in the Middle East, the secretary will stress the need to sustain the increased flow of humanitarian assistance to Gaza, secure the release of all hostages and improve protection to civilians in Gaza," the official said.

"The secretary will discuss with partners in the region the principles he laid out for the future of Gaza and the need to establish an independent Palestinian state," the official said.

(With inputs from agencies)

Eleven more hostages held captive by Hamas during the Oct 7 onslaught were released on Monday (Nov 27) under the truce deal signed by both Israel and the Palestinian militant group.

Eleven more hostages held captive by Hamas during the Oct 7 onslaught were released on Monday (Nov 27) under the truce deal signed by both Israel and the Palestinian militant group. The Israeli military released a statement saying that the hostages, freed in the Gaza Strip, had arrived safely in the country's territory. This came after the extension of the truce was announced by two days between the warring sides. "Our forces will accompany them until they are reunited with their families," Israeli Defence Forces said in a statement, adding the military "salutes and embraces the released hostages upon their return home". This fourth batch of hostages freed by Hamas included French, German and Argentinian dual nationals, Qatar said before their release. On "the fourth day of the humanitarian truce agreement, 33 Palestinian civilians will be released today in exchange for the release of 11 Israeli detainees from Gaza," Qatar Foreign Ministry spokesman Majed Al Ansari said on X. "Those released from Israeli prisons include 30 minors and 3 women, while the Israelis released from Gaza include 3 French citizens, 2 German citizens, and 6 Argentinian citizens," he added. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock welcomed the release of the hostages, including "two German teenagers" after "52 days of suffering and despair". Also read: Egypt and Qatar successfully mediate two-day extension of truce between Israel and Hamas Israel releases 33 Palestinian prisoners In a swap, Israel freed 33 Palestinian detainees "during the night" under the truce agreement. The release brought the total number of detainees freed by Israel during the initial, four-day pause in the fighting to 150. The move was hailed by the UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who called it a "glimpse of hope and humanity in the middle of the darkness of war". Welcoming the announcement, the White House, in a statement, expressed hope that the humanitarian pause would continue longer. "Of course, we welcome the announcement," White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby told reporters after mediator Qatar said the initial four-day truce was to be lengthened. "We would of course hope to see the pause extended further, and that will depend upon Hamas continuing to release hostages." Also read: White House hails extension of truce between Israel-Hamas Blinken to pay third wartime visit to Middle East US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will visit the Middle East this week for the third time since the war broke out between Israel and Hamas, a US official said Monday after the extension of the truce was announced. A senior US official said that the top US diplomat would meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Tel Aviv and with Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas in Ramallah. "In his meetings in the Middle East, the secretary will stress the need to sustain the increased flow of humanitarian assistance to Gaza, secure the release of all hostages and improve protection to civilians in Gaza," the official said. "The secretary will discuss with partners in the region the principles he laid out for the future of Gaza and the need to establish an independent Palestinian state," the official said. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel frees 33 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for 11 hostages after extension of truce

The United States on Monday (Nov 27) hailed the extension of the truce between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas by two days and said that it was optimistic about the humanitarian pause being continued for longer.

"Of course, we welcome the announcement," White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby told reporters after mediator Qatar said the initial four-day truce was to be lengthened.

"We would of course hope to see the pause extended further, and that will depend upon Hamas continuing to release hostages."

Earlier, the Palestinian militant group had promised that it would release another 20 women and children that it had held hostage in the Gaza Strip over the next two days.

Kirby also expressed hope that the truce could turn into a more permanent ceasefire in Gaza.

"I won't speak for the Israeli Defense Forces, but when these pauses are over, they have made it very clear that they're going to continue to target Hamas leadership," Kirby said.

He then said that US President Joe Biden was optimistic about his efforts to accelerate the humanitarian assistance going into Gaza and also his approach towards facilitating the release of hostages.&nbsp;

Biden took to his official X handle on Monday (Nov 27) and said that he would continue to stay in touch with leaders of Qatar, Egypt, and Israel to ensure that every aspect of the deal was implemented.&nbsp;

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<h2>'Truce not enough to meet aid needs', says UN chief</h2>

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called the move to extend the truce "a glimpse of hope and humanity," but also warned that it wasn't enough to meet the aid needs of war-torn Gaza.

"I strongly hope that this will enable us to increase even more the humanitarian aid to the people in Gaza that (are) suffering so much - knowing that even with that additional amount of time, it will be impossible to satisfy all the dramatic needs of the population," Guterres told reporters.

The UN, which has been actively transporting aid into the besieged Palestinian enclave via the Rafah border crossing from Egypt, also anticipates being able to use the Kerem Shalom border crossing which is controlled by Israel.

"I am sincerely hopeful that it will be possible to have other crossings because they will facilitate the distribution and it will also facilitate the control by the Israeli side. So I'm very hopeful that this will happen," Guterres said.

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The United States on Monday (Nov 27) hailed the extension of the truce between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas by two days and said that it was optimistic about the humanitarian pause being continued for longer.

The United States on Monday (Nov 27) hailed the extension of the truce between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas by two days and said that it was optimistic about the humanitarian pause being continued for longer. "Of course, we welcome the announcement," White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby told reporters after mediator Qatar said the initial four-day truce was to be lengthened. "We would of course hope to see the pause extended further, and that will depend upon Hamas continuing to release hostages." Earlier, the Palestinian militant group had promised that it would release another 20 women and children that it had held hostage in the Gaza Strip over the next two days. Kirby also expressed hope that the truce could turn into a more permanent ceasefire in Gaza. "I won't speak for the Israeli Defense Forces, but when these pauses are over, they have made it very clear that they're going to continue to target Hamas leadership," Kirby said. He then said that US President Joe Biden was optimistic about his efforts to accelerate the humanitarian assistance going into Gaza and also his approach towards facilitating the release of hostages. Biden took to his official X handle on Monday (Nov 27) and said that he would continue to stay in touch with leaders of Qatar, Egypt, and Israel to ensure that every aspect of the deal was implemented. I have consistently pressed for a pause in the fighting to accelerate and expand the humanitarian assistance going into Gaza and facilitate the release of hostages. I remain in contact with leaders of Qatar, Egypt, and Israel to make sure every aspect of the deal is implemented. — President Biden (@POTUS) November 27, 2023 × Also read: Egypt and Qatar successfully mediate two-day extension of truce between Israel and Hamas 'Truce not enough to meet aid needs', says UN chief United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called the move to extend the truce "a glimpse of hope and humanity," but also warned that it wasn't enough to meet the aid needs of war-torn Gaza. "I strongly hope that this will enable us to increase even more the humanitarian aid to the people in Gaza that (are) suffering so much - knowing that even with that additional amount of time, it will be impossible to satisfy all the dramatic needs of the population," Guterres told reporters. The UN, which has been actively transporting aid into the besieged Palestinian enclave via the Rafah border crossing from Egypt, also anticipates being able to use the Kerem Shalom border crossing which is controlled by Israel. "I am sincerely hopeful that it will be possible to have other crossings because they will facilitate the distribution and it will also facilitate the control by the Israeli side. So I'm very hopeful that this will happen," Guterres said. (With inputs from agencies)

White House hails extension of truce between Israel-Hamas, hopes humanitarian pause extends further

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There has been an agreement reached to prolong the Israel-Hamas truce for an additional two days, according to a spokesman for Qatar's Foreign Ministry on Monday. The main mediators in the ongoing dispute between Israel and Hamas have been Qatar and Egypt. On the last day of a four-day truce between the warring parties, the announcement is made.

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The temporary pause in fighting between Israel and Hamas has entered its fifth day after a 48-hour extension to the truce deal was agreed. Qatar, which is mediating the truce deal says that Hamas confirmed it is committed to releasing further 20 hostages, 10 for each day of the extended truce.

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In what has been described as one of the most detailed assessments yet, Israel’s central bank in the latest outlook of the country’s economy published on Monday (Nov 27) laid out the economic implications of the war with the Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza, reported Bloomberg. The war is reportedly set to cost the country over $50 billion.&nbsp;

The Bank of Israel in its outlook has also lowered the country’s economic growth projections by 0.3 per cent and 0.8 per cent for 2023 and 2024, respectively.&nbsp;

<h2>‘Gross effect’</h2>

A report by Bloomberg citing an updated outlook from the bank’s research department said that the war’s “gross effect” on Israel will be as high as $53 billion (198 billion shekels), with more than half of it being spent on defence.&nbsp;

Multiple reports over the past month or so by different entities have also estimated the war’s fiscal price tag around $50 billion.&nbsp;

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A report by Tel Aviv-based investment banking and financial advisory firm, Leader Capital Markets, said that the war would cost an estimated 180 billion shekels ($48.5 billion) in 2023-24.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the Israeli finance ministry, as per Bloomberg, reported that the war is costing the economy close to $270 million every day.

Separately, the Calcalist financial newspaper citing preliminary finance ministry figures, earlier this month, said that the war will cost Israel $51 billion. The estimate, which equals up to 10 per cent of the country’s GDP, was premised on the war lasting between eight to 12 months.&nbsp;

<h2>Growth forecast reduced, no change in key rate</h2>

Bank of Israel’s in-house research team also lowered the country’s economic growth projections for this and the next year and now expects the gross domestic product (GDP) to expand by two per cent as opposed to the previous estimates of 2.3 per cent in 2023 and 2.8 per cent in 2024.

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Meanwhile, the monetary committee left its key rate at 4.75 per cent, in line with the latest forecasts. The announcement on Monday has also been attributed as the cause of the shekel trading stronger against the dollar.&nbsp;

<h2>What does the govt plan on doing?</h2>

Israel’s Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said that the government was readying an economic aid package for those affected by Palestinian attacks that will be “bigger and broader” than during the COVID-19 pandemic.&nbsp;

While the Israeli government is still in the midst of hammering out the new budget, Governor Amir Yaron, speaking about the decision, warned about the fiscal ramifications of the war which the country would have to endure for at least a medium-term and urged caution.

“Alongside the need to provide a budgetary response to needs created by the war, in emergency times as well there is considerable importance to maintaining a responsible fiscal framework,” said Yaron, as quoted by Bloomberg.&nbsp;

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He added, “It is important that the government cut new expenditures of a prolonged nature.”&nbsp;

The central bank officials have also reportedly criticised the ruling government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s reluctance to scrap expenditure on religious programmes and West Bank settlements given they are already under pressure to raise funds to finance the war effort.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

In what has been described as one of the most detailed assessments yet, Israel’s central bank in the latest outlook of the country’s economy published on Monday (Nov 27) laid out the economic implications of the war with the Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza, reported Bloomberg.

In what has been described as one of the most detailed assessments yet, Israel’s central bank in the latest outlook of the country’s economy published on Monday (Nov 27) laid out the economic implications of the war with the Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza, reported Bloomberg. The war is reportedly set to cost the country over $50 billion. The Bank of Israel in its outlook has also lowered the country’s economic growth projections by 0.3 per cent and 0.8 per cent for 2023 and 2024, respectively. ‘Gross effect’ A report by Bloomberg citing an updated outlook from the bank’s research department said that the war’s “gross effect” on Israel will be as high as $53 billion (198 billion shekels), with more than half of it being spent on defence. Multiple reports over the past month or so by different entities have also estimated the war’s fiscal price tag around $50 billion. ALSO READ | 'Nothing will happen to you,' Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar met Israeli hostages in a tunnel A report by Tel Aviv-based investment banking and financial advisory firm, Leader Capital Markets, said that the war would cost an estimated 180 billion shekels ($48.5 billion) in 2023-24. Meanwhile, the Israeli finance ministry, as per Bloomberg, reported that the war is costing the economy close to $270 million every day. Separately, the Calcalist financial newspaper citing preliminary finance ministry figures, earlier this month, said that the war will cost Israel $51 billion. The estimate, which equals up to 10 per cent of the country’s GDP, was premised on the war lasting between eight to 12 months. Growth forecast reduced, no change in key rate Bank of Israel’s in-house research team also lowered the country’s economic growth projections for this and the next year and now expects the gross domestic product (GDP) to expand by two per cent as opposed to the previous estimates of 2.3 per cent in 2023 and 2.8 per cent in 2024. ALSO READ | Egypt and Qatar successfully mediate two-day extension of truce between Israel and Hamas Meanwhile, the monetary committee left its key rate at 4.75 per cent, in line with the latest forecasts. The announcement on Monday has also been attributed as the cause of the shekel trading stronger against the dollar. What does the govt plan on doing? Israel’s Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said that the government was readying an economic aid package for those affected by Palestinian attacks that will be “bigger and broader” than during the COVID-19 pandemic. While the Israeli government is still in the midst of hammering out the new budget, Governor Amir Yaron, speaking about the decision, warned about the fiscal ramifications of the war which the country would have to endure for at least a medium-term and urged caution. “Alongside the need to provide a budgetary response to needs created by the war, in emergency times as well there is considerable importance to maintaining a responsible fiscal framework,” said Yaron, as quoted by Bloomberg. ALSO READ | Israel frees 33 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for 11 hostages after extension of truce He added, “It is important that the government cut new expenditures of a prolonged nature.” The central bank officials have also reportedly criticised the ruling government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s reluctance to scrap expenditure on religious programmes and West Bank settlements given they are already under pressure to raise funds to finance the war effort. (With inputs from agencies)

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According to the State Department on Monday, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will visit the Middle East again this week with the goal of helping the US find a way to prolong the current ceasefire in Gaza and free more hostages.

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Israel's health maintenance organisation's report highlights how the war is impacting people residing in the conflict zones. A report published by HAARETZ on Monday (Nov 27)&nbsp;mentioned that the use of prescription drugs to treat depression and trauma increased in the month after the Israel-Hamas war started.&nbsp;

As per the report, Clalit Health Services said the number of prescriptions issued to treat those conditions between September and October grew by 11 per cent. This particular health service is the HMO which, as per the report, treats more than half of all Israelis and around 80 per cent of those living in the war-torn north and south.&nbsp;

The report also mentioned that the rise is seen in prescriptions, which included psychiatric drugs and tranquilisers, such as antidepressants and antianxiety drugs from the SSRI family, and also the drugs from the benzodiazepine family.&nbsp;

As per the report, the HMOs stated that in most of the new cases, the prescribed drugs are for short-term use and are aimed at treating anxiety. They are not necessarily a long-term solution. People are also buying over-the-counter preparations and nutritional supplements with a focus on relaxation and stress reduction.

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Another health service, the Maccabi Health Services, which insures some 2.6 million Israelis, said as mentioned in the report that the number of prescriptions it was making for anti-depressants and trauma and tranquillisers had risen 20 per cent in the first months of the war.&nbsp;

As quoted, Dr Tali Shmueli, Maccabi's chief psychiatrist, said: "Not everyone who visits a doctor will necessarily leave with a prescription. There are those for whom a reassuring call or a referral to call therapy is enough. There are those who will be directed to use natural sedatives. Such preparations are not addictive, have no side effects and can help for a certain amount of time."&nbsp;

Shmueli said that "many of those seeking help don't really need psychiatric medication. However, in cases where we really see that someone is not functioning, we give a prescription for medication".&nbsp;

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<h2>Psychological impacts of war</h2>

In a report published on October 11, just a few days after the Israel-Hamas war started, the American Psychological Association released a report, titled APA warns of psychological impacts of violence in Middle East.&nbsp;

The report said: "APA is gravely concerned for the physical safety and mental health of the millions of Israelis and Palestinians affected by this growing surge in violence."&nbsp;

"APA deplores the human cost of aggression, including violations of human rights, adverse humanitarian consequences, deep psychological distress, and the loss of dignity and freedom. All individuals deserve to live free of fear and violence so that their mental health and well-being can flourish," the report added.&nbsp;

The report further mentions that "psychological science tells us that fear, anxiety and traumatic stress have long-term effects on health and well-being. These impacts are also being felt by people around the world who have families and friends in the region, as well as those concerned about the effects of war everywhere."

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Israel's health maintenance organisation's report highlights how the war is impacting people residing in the conflict zones. A report published by HAARETZ on Monday (Nov 27) mentioned that the use of prescription drugs to treat depression and trauma increased in the month after the Israel-Hamas war started.

Israel's health maintenance organisation's report highlights how the war is impacting people residing in the conflict zones. A report published by HAARETZ on Monday (Nov 27) mentioned that the use of prescription drugs to treat depression and trauma increased in the month after the Israel-Hamas war started. As per the report, Clalit Health Services said the number of prescriptions issued to treat those conditions between September and October grew by 11 per cent. This particular health service is the HMO which, as per the report, treats more than half of all Israelis and around 80 per cent of those living in the war-torn north and south. The report also mentioned that the rise is seen in prescriptions, which included psychiatric drugs and tranquilisers, such as antidepressants and antianxiety drugs from the SSRI family, and also the drugs from the benzodiazepine family. As per the report, the HMOs stated that in most of the new cases, the prescribed drugs are for short-term use and are aimed at treating anxiety. They are not necessarily a long-term solution. People are also buying over-the-counter preparations and nutritional supplements with a focus on relaxation and stress reduction. Also read: Israel-Hamas war to cost Tel Aviv more than $50 billion, says Israeli central bank Another health service, the Maccabi Health Services, which insures some 2.6 million Israelis, said as mentioned in the report that the number of prescriptions it was making for anti-depressants and trauma and tranquillisers had risen 20 per cent in the first months of the war. As quoted, Dr Tali Shmueli, Maccabi's chief psychiatrist, said: "Not everyone who visits a doctor will necessarily leave with a prescription. There are those for whom a reassuring call or a referral to call therapy is enough. There are those who will be directed to use natural sedatives. Such preparations are not addictive, have no side effects and can help for a certain amount of time." Shmueli said that "many of those seeking help don't really need psychiatric medication. However, in cases where we really see that someone is not functioning, we give a prescription for medication". Watch: Freed from captivity, hostages begin to share their experiences × Also read: 'Nothing will happen to you,' Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar met Israeli hostages in a tunnel Psychological impacts of war In a report published on October 11, just a few days after the Israel-Hamas war started, the American Psychological Association released a report, titled APA warns of psychological impacts of violence in Middle East. The report said: "APA is gravely concerned for the physical safety and mental health of the millions of Israelis and Palestinians affected by this growing surge in violence." "APA deplores the human cost of aggression, including violations of human rights, adverse humanitarian consequences, deep psychological distress, and the loss of dignity and freedom. All individuals deserve to live free of fear and violence so that their mental health and well-being can flourish," the report added. The report further mentions that "psychological science tells us that fear, anxiety and traumatic stress have long-term effects on health and well-being. These impacts are also being felt by people around the world who have families and friends in the region, as well as those concerned about the effects of war everywhere." Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos

Psychological impact of Israel-Hamas war: Use of anti-depressants on the rise in Israel

According to the Clalit HMO, there was an 11% increase in sedative and psychiatric medication prescriptions in October over the previous month. Maccabi HMO reports an increase of 20%. "Most people get by with talking to a professional, but we give them medication if they are unable to function."

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