According to Ukraine, a United Nations-brokered deal allowing exports of Ukrainian grain from the Black Sea is set to be extended for 120 days, easing pressure on global food prices.

Ukraine says grain deal will be extended for 120 days

Day after missile strike killed two people in Poland, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called for an investigation on the missile that crashed inside Poland. Ukraine is requesting access to Poland blast site.

Poland missile strike: Ukraine requests access to Poland blast site

It has been several months since the Russian invasion of Ukraine has been raging on and there's no end to the conflict in sight. Now, Ukraine claims fresh Russian strikes.

Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine claims fresh Russian strikes

NATO held an emergency meeting to investigate whether Ukraine or Russia was responsible for the missile strike in Poland. NATO chief has said the missile was fired by Ukraine, but it is not at fault, as Russia bears the ultimate responsibility.

WION Fineprint | NATO chief: Ukraine not at fault for missile strike in Poland

A day after the G20 meet leaders agreed that 'today's era must not be of war', a Russian-made missile hit a village in Poland. At least two Polish citizens have been killed in the incident, late on Tuesday, the missiles landed in the Southeastern village, which is just 6.4 km away from the Ukrainian border.

WION Dispatch | Poland missile strike: NATO says blast likely by Ukrainian missile

<p>The world leaders attending the G20 Summit in Indonesia issued a joint declaration criticising the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. The final declaration, which was released at the end of the two-day international summit, also mentioned that most of the members strongly condemned Russia’s actions but there were a few disagreements. The United States and most western countries have taken Ukraine’s side.</p>

<p>“Many members… expressed concern about the damage caused by the conflict on critical health infrastructure, as well as casualties in health care workers, which have disproportionately affected the most vulnerable, women and children,” said the declaration as reported by Reuters.</p>

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<p>The ongoing conflict has resulted in major economic crisis in several countries and severe problems with the supply chain responsible for the transport of items across the world. The G20 members hailed the grain deal brokered by the United Nations that allowed ships to leave Ukraine through the Black Sea and said that more such measures are needed to undo the damage caused by the war.</p>

<p>The members also pledged to maintain their promise when it comes to limiting the rise of global temperatures to 1.5 degree Celsius and stopping their over-reliance on fossil fuels.</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Final day of G20 meet: India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses summit</strong></p>

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<p>“This will require meaningful and effective actions and commitment by all countries,” it read.</p>

<p>The G20 summit saw both Russia and Ukraine making their cases when it comes to the conflict with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky addressing the world leaders and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov attending the summit in place of President Vladimir Putin.</p>

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The world leaders attending the G20 Summit in Indonesia issued a joint declaration criticising the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. The final declaration, which was released at the end of the two-day international summit, also mentioned that most of the members strongly condemned Russia’s actions but there were a few disagreements.

The world leaders attending the G20 Summit in Indonesia issued a joint declaration criticising the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. The final declaration, which was released at the end of the two-day international summit, also mentioned that most of the members strongly condemned Russia’s actions but there were a few disagreements. The United States and most western countries have taken Ukraine’s side. “Many members… expressed concern about the damage caused by the conflict on critical health infrastructure, as well as casualties in health care workers, which have disproportionately affected the most vulnerable, women and children,” said the declaration as reported by Reuters. Also read | Russia-Ukraine LIVE | West closer to world war: Medvedev on missile incident The ongoing conflict has resulted in major economic crisis in several countries and severe problems with the supply chain responsible for the transport of items across the world. The G20 members hailed the grain deal brokered by the United Nations that allowed ships to leave Ukraine through the Black Sea and said that more such measures are needed to undo the damage caused by the war. The members also pledged to maintain their promise when it comes to limiting the rise of global temperatures to 1.5 degree Celsius and stopping their over-reliance on fossil fuels. WATCH | Final day of G20 meet: India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses summit “This will require meaningful and effective actions and commitment by all countries,” it read. The G20 summit saw both Russia and Ukraine making their cases when it comes to the conflict with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky addressing the world leaders and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov attending the summit in place of President Vladimir Putin.

'Today's era must not be of war': G20 declaration condemns armed conflict in Ukraine

The war against Ukrainian cities and civilian infrastructure, they have been totally unconscious of what they are doing. The moment when the world had come together at G20 to urge de-escalation, Russia continues to choose escalation in Ukraine.

US President Joe Biden speaks on missile blast in Poland, says 'it is totally unacceptable'

<p>Two people died in an explosion in Przewodow, a village in eastern Poland near the border with Ukraine, firefighters said on Tuesday.</p>

<p>The Associated Press cited a senior US intelligence official as saying the blast was due to Russian missiles crossing into Poland.</p>

<p>"Firefighters are on the spot, it's not clear what has happened," said Lukasz Kucy, an officer on duty at a nearby firefighters' post.</p>

<p>Polish Radio ZET reported earlier that two stray missiles hit Przewodow on Tuesday, killing two people, without giving any more details.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Poland's President Andrzej Duda said that there was no conclusive evidence as to who fired the missile and that investigations were underway. He further said that the NATO allies are on standby&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The North Atlantic Alliance is on standby,” Duda said. “We have strengthened the readiness of the Polish armed forces, including the air defence. Our planes will be supported by allied planes. We act calmly and prudently.”</p>

<p>Russia has, however, dismissed the claims terming it a “deliberate provocation.”&nbsp;&nbsp;In a statement on Telegram, defence minister Sergei Kuzhugetovich Shoigu&nbsp;was quoted as saying, “Statements by Polish media and officials about Russian missiles hitting Polish territory are a deliberate provocation aimed at escalating the situation.”</p>

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<p>The Pentagon said on Tuesday it could not confirm reports that Russian missiles have crossed into Poland near the Ukraine border.</p>

<p>"We are aware of the press reports alleging that two Russian missiles have struck a location inside Poland near the Ukraine border. I can tell you that we don't have any information at this time to corroborate those reports and are looking into this further," Pentagon spokesperson Brig. Gen. Patrick Ryder told a news briefing.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden, who is in Bali for the G20 meet, convened an "emergency meeting of the&nbsp;Group of Seven (G7) and NATO leaders in Indonesia on Wednesday morning for consultations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the White House, Biden had a telephone conversation with President Duda and&nbsp;“expressed deep condolences for the loss of life in eastern Poland". He also offered Poland “full US support for and assistance" with the investigation. He also said that it was "unlikely" that the missiles that killed two were fired from Russia.</p>

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<p>Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki has called an urgent meeting of a government committee for national security and defence affairs, the government spokesman said on Twitter.</p>

<p>Russia rained missiles on cities across Ukraine on Tuesday in what Ukraine said was the heaviest wave of missile strikes in nearly nine months of the war, echoing a pattern in recent weeks of Moscow lashing out far from the front after battlefield losses.</p>

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Two people died in an explosion in Przewodow, a village in eastern Poland near the border with Ukraine, firefighters said on Tuesday. The Associated Press cited a senior US intelligence official as saying the blast was due to Russian missiles crossing into Poland.

Two people died in an explosion in Przewodow, a village in eastern Poland near the border with Ukraine, firefighters said on Tuesday. The Associated Press cited a senior US intelligence official as saying the blast was due to Russian missiles crossing into Poland. "Firefighters are on the spot, it's not clear what has happened," said Lukasz Kucy, an officer on duty at a nearby firefighters' post. Polish Radio ZET reported earlier that two stray missiles hit Przewodow on Tuesday, killing two people, without giving any more details. Poland's President Andrzej Duda said that there was no conclusive evidence as to who fired the missile and that investigations were underway. He further said that the NATO allies are on standby “The North Atlantic Alliance is on standby,” Duda said. “We have strengthened the readiness of the Polish armed forces, including the air defence. Our planes will be supported by allied planes. We act calmly and prudently.” Russia has, however, dismissed the claims terming it a “deliberate provocation.” In a statement on Telegram, defence minister Sergei Kuzhugetovich Shoigu was quoted as saying, “Statements by Polish media and officials about Russian missiles hitting Polish territory are a deliberate provocation aimed at escalating the situation.” Gravitas: NATO chief says Putin's aim is to leave Ukraine cold and dark this winter The Pentagon said on Tuesday it could not confirm reports that Russian missiles have crossed into Poland near the Ukraine border. "We are aware of the press reports alleging that two Russian missiles have struck a location inside Poland near the Ukraine border. I can tell you that we don't have any information at this time to corroborate those reports and are looking into this further," Pentagon spokesperson Brig. Gen. Patrick Ryder told a news briefing. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden, who is in Bali for the G20 meet, convened an "emergency meeting of the Group of Seven (G7) and NATO leaders in Indonesia on Wednesday morning for consultations. According to the White House, Biden had a telephone conversation with President Duda and “expressed deep condolences for the loss of life in eastern Poland". He also offered Poland “full US support for and assistance" with the investigation. He also said that it was "unlikely" that the missiles that killed two were fired from Russia. Also Read: US imposes sanctions on companies producing Iranian drones used by Russia in Ukraine Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki has called an urgent meeting of a government committee for national security and defence affairs, the government spokesman said on Twitter. Russia rained missiles on cities across Ukraine on Tuesday in what Ukraine said was the heaviest wave of missile strikes in nearly nine months of the war, echoing a pattern in recent weeks of Moscow lashing out far from the front after battlefield losses. (with inputs from agencies)

Two killed in Poland after missile strikes; Kremlin denies its role, Biden concurs

A day after the G20 meeting leaders agreed that 'today's era must not be of war', a Russian-made missile hit a village in Poland. At least two Polish citizens have been killed in the incident, late on Tuesday, the missiles landed in the Southeastern village, which is just 6.4 km away from the Ukrainian border. Now, NATO Chief addressed the media on the whole matter.

NATO briefing on Missile strike in Poland: 'Will remain calm and vigilant'

A day after G20 meet leaders agreed that 'today's era must not be of war', Russian-made missile has hit a village in Poland. At least two Polish citizens have been killed in the incident, late on Tuesday, the missiles landed in the South eastern village, which is just 6.4 kms away from the Ukrainian border. Now, NATO Chief addressed media on the whole matter.

NATO Chief addresses media after missile hits Poland: 'This is not Ukraine's fault'

A day after G20 meet leaders agreed that 'today's era must not be of war', Russian-made missile has hit a village in Poland. At least two Polish citizens have been killed in the incident, late on Tuesday, the missiles landed in the South eastern village, which is just 6.4 kms away from the Ukrainian border.

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Turkey's President Erdogan believes that the Russia-Ukraine grain deal, which is set to expire on Saturday, would remain in place and it will be extended by a year

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NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg says that it will be a mistake to underestimate Russia, adding that Putin's aim is to leave Ukraine cold and dark this winter.

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<p>The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Monday passed a draft resolution calling for Russia to be held accountable for violations of international law and pay reparations for damages, loss and injury resulting due to war to Kyiv.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the UN, nearly 50 nations co-sponsored the resolution with 94 countries voting in favour, 14 against and 73 abstaining in the 193-member organisation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, the resolution passed on Monday received the lowest level of support from countries across the board when compared to the five resolutions that the Assembly has passed since February this year.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Ukrainian Ambassador Sergiy Kyslytsya during the passing of the resolution took a stern stance and insisted that Moscow must be held accountable for the violations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Seventy-seven years ago, the Soviet Union demanded and received reparations, calling it a moral right of a country that has suffered war and occupation,” said Kyslytsya</p>

<p>“Today, Russia, who claims to be the successor of the 20th century’s tyranny, is doing everything it can to avoid paying the price for its own war and occupation, trying to escape accountability for the crimes it is committing."</p>

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<p>India, one of Russia's most trusted allies, once again toed a neutral line on the issue and abstained from voting and questioned the legal validity of the process.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We need to objectively consider whether a reparation process through a vote in the General Assembly would contribute to efforts at a resolution of the conflict. Moreover, the legal validity of such a process by a General Assembly resolution remains unclear," said&nbsp;Ruchira Kamboj,&nbsp;India's permanent representative at the UN.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, India abstained from voting against a resolution denouncing Russia's annexation of Ukrainian territory last month as well.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Monday passed a draft resolution calling for Russia to be held accountable for violations of international law and pay reparations for damages, loss and injury resulting due to war to Kyiv.

The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Monday passed a draft resolution calling for Russia to be held accountable for violations of international law and pay reparations for damages, loss and injury resulting due to war to Kyiv. According to the UN, nearly 50 nations co-sponsored the resolution with 94 countries voting in favour, 14 against and 73 abstaining in the 193-member organisation. Notably, the resolution passed on Monday received the lowest level of support from countries across the board when compared to the five resolutions that the Assembly has passed since February this year. Watch | UN General Assembly adopts resolution condemning Russia’s attempted annexation of Ukraine’s regions × Ukrainian Ambassador Sergiy Kyslytsya during the passing of the resolution took a stern stance and insisted that Moscow must be held accountable for the violations. “Seventy-seven years ago, the Soviet Union demanded and received reparations, calling it a moral right of a country that has suffered war and occupation,” said Kyslytsya “Today, Russia, who claims to be the successor of the 20th century’s tyranny, is doing everything it can to avoid paying the price for its own war and occupation, trying to escape accountability for the crimes it is committing." Read more: UNGA passes resolution condemning Russian 'illegal annexation' of Ukrainian land; India abstains from voting India, one of Russia's most trusted allies, once again toed a neutral line on the issue and abstained from voting and questioned the legal validity of the process. "We need to objectively consider whether a reparation process through a vote in the General Assembly would contribute to efforts at a resolution of the conflict. Moreover, the legal validity of such a process by a General Assembly resolution remains unclear," said Ruchira Kamboj, India's permanent representative at the UN. Notably, India abstained from voting against a resolution denouncing Russia's annexation of Ukrainian territory last month as well. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE: WATCH WION LIVE HERE

UNGA passes resolution seeking reparation from Russia to Ukraine; India abstains from voting

The United Nations General Assembly has voted in favor of holding Russia accountable for its crimes in Ukraine. The resolution was supported by 94 out of 193 members.

UNGA votes to hold Russia accountable for Ukraine crimes

It has been several months since the Russian invasion of Ukraine has been raging on. Now, Zelensky urges world leaders to push for peace as fierce fighting continues further north.

Zelensky urges world leaders to push for peace as fierce fighting continues further north

<p>Fresh Russian strikes on Tuesday (November 15) caused power outages in several Ukrainian cities. The fresh barrage of Russian strikes have affected power supply in Kharkiv and Lviv. Kharkiv is the second largest city of Ukraine.</p>

<p>Additionally officials in the eastern region of Sumy have reported electricity shutdown as well. In Rivne in the west, officials said Russian strikes targetted energy infrastructure resulting in outages.</p>

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<p>Russia attacked Ukraine on February 24 this year. After sustained battlefield gains, Russian forces have had to retreat in the face of Ukrainian offensive. Most notable and recent example is Kherson.</p>

<p>On Tuesday, Russian missiles pounded several Ukrainian cities.</p>

<p>The fresh bombardment, which officials said struck residential buildings in Kyiv, trespassed on days of Ukrainian jubilation over the recapture of the Kherson.</p>

<p>Kyiv mayor Vitali Klitschko announced the attack following reports that air raid sirens were sounding across all Ukraine's regions, saying at least half of Kyiv's residents were without power.</p>

<p>"According to preliminary information, two residential buildings were hit in the Pechersk district," he said adding "several missiles were shot down... by air defence systems.</p>

<p>The deputy head of the president's office Kyrylo Tymoshenko said the missiles had been fired by Russian forces.</p>

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<p>He distributed footage of the apparent scene of the attacks, showing a blaze at a Soviet-era, five-storey residential building.</p>

<p>"The danger has not passed. Stay in shelters," he added in the statement online</p>

<p>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</p>

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Fresh Russian strikes on Tuesday (November 15) caused power outages in several Ukrainian cities. The fresh barrage of Russian strikes have affected power supply in Kharkiv and Lviv.

Fresh Russian strikes on Tuesday (November 15) caused power outages in several Ukrainian cities. The fresh barrage of Russian strikes have affected power supply in Kharkiv and Lviv. Kharkiv is the second largest city of Ukraine. Additionally officials in the eastern region of Sumy have reported electricity shutdown as well. In Rivne in the west, officials said Russian strikes targetted energy infrastructure resulting in outages. Watch | UK PM Rishi Sunak: G20 condemns Russia's actions in Ukraine × Russia attacked Ukraine on February 24 this year. After sustained battlefield gains, Russian forces have had to retreat in the face of Ukrainian offensive. Most notable and recent example is Kherson. On Tuesday, Russian missiles pounded several Ukrainian cities. The fresh bombardment, which officials said struck residential buildings in Kyiv, trespassed on days of Ukrainian jubilation over the recapture of the Kherson. Kyiv mayor Vitali Klitschko announced the attack following reports that air raid sirens were sounding across all Ukraine's regions, saying at least half of Kyiv's residents were without power. "According to preliminary information, two residential buildings were hit in the Pechersk district," he said adding "several missiles were shot down... by air defence systems. The deputy head of the president's office Kyrylo Tymoshenko said the missiles had been fired by Russian forces. Also Read | Russian FM terms Ukraine's conditions to restart peace negotiations 'unrealistic' He distributed footage of the apparent scene of the attacks, showing a blaze at a Soviet-era, five-storey residential building. "The danger has not passed. Stay in shelters," he added in the statement online (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>The United Nations said on Tuesday that its investigation has revealed that prisoners held by both Russia and Ukraine during the ongoing conflict have been subjected to torture.</p>

<p>According to the investigation conducted by the UN, the prisoners were beaten up, given electric shocks and were also humiliated in custody. Matilda Bogner, head of the UN Rights Monitoring Mission, told reporters that this violates international laws that promises "the prohibition of torture and ill-treatment is absolute, even -- indeed especially -- in times of armed conflict".</p>

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<p>AFP reported that the investigation was carried out by UN officials who interviewed 159 prisoners of war held by Russia and 175 prisoners held by Ukraine. Most of them were men and Bogner said that although both sides flouted rules, the Russian torture was comparatively more "systematic".</p>

<p>"Their hands were tied and eyes covered so tightly with duct tape that it left wounds on their wrists and faces," Bogner said. "Torture and ill-treatment were not only used to coerce prisoners of war to give military information. They were used on a daily basis to intimidate and humiliate them."</p>

<p><strong>WATCH | G20 Summit 2022:&nbsp;Focus remains on the war in Ukraine</strong></p>

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<p>"We also documented various forms of sexual violence, such as pulling a male victim by a rope tied around his genitalia, or forced nudity combined with the threat of rape," Bogner added.</p>

<p>In the aftermath of the investigations, the UN demanded both Russia and Ukraine to address the issue and hold the people accountable for their actions. While Ukraine has launched few investigations into such allegations, the UN said that more needs to be done on this front.</p>

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Disclaimer: This story contains graphic details. Viewer discretion is advised. The United Nations said on Tuesday that its investigation has revealed that prisoners held by both Russia and Ukraine during the ongoing conflict have been subjected to torture.

Disclaimer: This story contains graphic details. Viewer discretion is advised. The United Nations said on Tuesday that its investigation has revealed that prisoners held by both Russia and Ukraine during the ongoing conflict have been subjected to torture. According to the investigation conducted by the UN, the prisoners were beaten up, given electric shocks and were also humiliated in custody. Matilda Bogner, head of the UN Rights Monitoring Mission, told reporters that this violates international laws that promises "the prohibition of torture and ill-treatment is absolute, even -- indeed especially -- in times of armed conflict". Also read | Russian FM says Ukraine's conditions to start peace negotiations 'unrealistic' AFP reported that the investigation was carried out by UN officials who interviewed 159 prisoners of war held by Russia and 175 prisoners held by Ukraine. Most of them were men and Bogner said that although both sides flouted rules, the Russian torture was comparatively more "systematic". "Their hands were tied and eyes covered so tightly with duct tape that it left wounds on their wrists and faces," Bogner said. "Torture and ill-treatment were not only used to coerce prisoners of war to give military information. They were used on a daily basis to intimidate and humiliate them." WATCH | G20 Summit 2022: Focus remains on the war in Ukraine "We also documented various forms of sexual violence, such as pulling a male victim by a rope tied around his genitalia, or forced nudity combined with the threat of rape," Bogner added. In the aftermath of the investigations, the UN demanded both Russia and Ukraine to address the issue and hold the people accountable for their actions. While Ukraine has launched few investigations into such allegations, the UN said that more needs to be done on this front.

Both Russia and Ukraine tortured prisoners of war during ongoing conflict, says UN

<p>Amid pressure from all quarters to end the conflict with Ukraine, Russian Foreign Minister&nbsp;Sergei Lavrov,&nbsp;speaking at the G20 summit on Tuesday said Kyiv's conditions for restarting talks with Moscow were 'unrealistic'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"All problems are with the Ukrainian side, which is categorically refusing negotiations and putting forward conditions that are obviously unrealistic," said&nbsp;Lavrov.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We want to see concrete evidence that the West is seriously interested in disciplining Zelensky and explaining to him that this cannot continue, that this is not in the interests of the Ukrainian people," added Lavrov.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As reported by WION, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has put forth a list of conditions as a precursor for negotiations with Russia. One of the most prominent demands by Zelensky is that Kyiv cannot hold negotiations as long as Putin remains in power.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Other conditions include Ukraine regaining control over its territories and Moscow compensating Kyiv for the invasion whilst bringing perpetrators of war crimes to justice.</p>

<p>Earlier, Zelensky, speaking at the summit said that there will be no "Minsk 3" deal to end the fighting in Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We will not allow Russia to wait, build up its forces, and then start a new series of terror and global destabilisation. There will be no Minsk 3, which Russia will violate immediately after the agreement," he said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to The Washinton Post report, the US&nbsp;has been "privately encouraging" Ukrainian leaders to show they are willing to deal with Moscow and end their stand against holding peace negotiations until Putin is removed from office.</p>

<p>However, the tussle at the global summit suggests that both parties are far from sitting across a table and hammering out a peace deal.&nbsp;</p>

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Amid pressure from all quarters to end the conflict with Ukraine, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, speaking at the G20 summit on Tuesday said Kyiv's conditions for restarting talks with Moscow were 'unrealistic'.

Amid pressure from all quarters to end the conflict with Ukraine, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, speaking at the G20 summit on Tuesday said Kyiv's conditions for restarting talks with Moscow were 'unrealistic'. "All problems are with the Ukrainian side, which is categorically refusing negotiations and putting forward conditions that are obviously unrealistic," said Lavrov. "We want to see concrete evidence that the West is seriously interested in disciplining Zelensky and explaining to him that this cannot continue, that this is not in the interests of the Ukrainian people," added Lavrov. As reported by WION, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has put forth a list of conditions as a precursor for negotiations with Russia. One of the most prominent demands by Zelensky is that Kyiv cannot hold negotiations as long as Putin remains in power. WATCH | Russia-Ukraine War: Kyiv open to diplomatic talks? US urging Ukraine for negotiations? × Other conditions include Ukraine regaining control over its territories and Moscow compensating Kyiv for the invasion whilst bringing perpetrators of war crimes to justice. Earlier, Zelensky, speaking at the summit said that there will be no "Minsk 3" deal to end the fighting in Ukraine. "We will not allow Russia to wait, build up its forces, and then start a new series of terror and global destabilisation. There will be no Minsk 3, which Russia will violate immediately after the agreement," he said. Read more: Zelensky urges G20 leaders to 'push for peace' even as Kremlin says Kyiv is not interested in negotiations According to The Washinton Post report, the US has been "privately encouraging" Ukrainian leaders to show they are willing to deal with Moscow and end their stand against holding peace negotiations until Putin is removed from office. However, the tussle at the global summit suggests that both parties are far from sitting across a table and hammering out a peace deal. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Russian FM terms Ukraine's conditions to restart peace negotiations 'unrealistic'

<p>The brutal death of a Russian mercenary in Ukraine who changed sides in September to fight against the Russians has received a strong reaction from Yevgeny Prigozhin, the founder of the Wagner private military group.</p>

<p>Wagner group is a network of Russian mercenaries. Originally staffed by veterans of the Russian armed forces, the mercenaries have fought in Libya, Syria, the Central African Republic, Mali and Ukraine, among other countries.</p>

<p>In September, an unverified video emerged on Telegram which showed a man who gave his name as Yevgenny Nuzhin, 55, brutally executed by a sledgehammer. The gory incident was captured on camera.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Nuzhin, in the video was shown with his head taped to a brick wall. He said he was abducted in Kyiv on October 11 and came around in a cellar. "I got hit over the head and lost consciousness and came around in this cellar," he said. "They told me I was to be tried," reported Reuters quoting the mercenary.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Later, the video shows Nuzhin, who is identified as a former Wagner mercenary, admitting that he had changed sides in September to "fight against the Russians". Outraged at the mercenary who defected to Ukraine, an unidentified man in combat is seen attacking Nuzhin's head and neck&nbsp;with a sledgehammer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the smashing, Nuzhin collapsed onto the floor and the unidentified man delivered another blow to his head. In response to the emerged video, Russian President Vladimir Putin's close aid Yevgeny Prigozhin on Sunday termed it "a dog's death for a dog." He said the mercenary was a traitor.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The video which Reuters was unable to verify was posted under the title "The hammer of revenge". "Nuzhin betrayed his people, betrayed his comrades, betrayed consciously," said Prigozhin, who has been sanctioned by the United States and European Union for his role in Wagner. "Nuzhin was a traitor."</p>

<p>Prigozhin confirmed in September that Wagner Group was founded in 2014. It was the first public acknowledgement of a link he has refuted. He has also sued journalists for reporting over the group and its linkages. In a video which was released in September, he was seen hiring convicts in a Russian jail for the war.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Prigozhin on Sunday also issued a warning to others in Russian society whom he described as traitors. "Do not forget, there are not only traitors who throw away their automatic guns and go over to the enemy," he said.</p>

<p>"Some traitors are holed up in offices, not thinking about their own people. Some of them use their own business jets to fly to those countries that seem neutral to us so far. They fly away so as not to participate in today's problems. They are traitors too."<br />
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The brutal death of a Russian mercenary in Ukraine who changed sides in September to fight against the Russians has received a strong reaction from Yevgeny Prigozhin, the founder of the Wagner private military group.

The brutal death of a Russian mercenary in Ukraine who changed sides in September to fight against the Russians has received a strong reaction from Yevgeny Prigozhin, the founder of the Wagner private military group. Wagner group is a network of Russian mercenaries. Originally staffed by veterans of the Russian armed forces, the mercenaries have fought in Libya, Syria, the Central African Republic, Mali and Ukraine, among other countries. In September, an unverified video emerged on Telegram which showed a man who gave his name as Yevgenny Nuzhin, 55, brutally executed by a sledgehammer. The gory incident was captured on camera. ALSO READ | US, Russia spy chiefs discuss Russian nuke threats in first talks since Ukraine war Nuzhin, in the video was shown with his head taped to a brick wall. He said he was abducted in Kyiv on October 11 and came around in a cellar. "I got hit over the head and lost consciousness and came around in this cellar," he said. "They told me I was to be tried," reported Reuters quoting the mercenary. Later, the video shows Nuzhin, who is identified as a former Wagner mercenary, admitting that he had changed sides in September to "fight against the Russians". Outraged at the mercenary who defected to Ukraine, an unidentified man in combat is seen attacking Nuzhin's head and neck with a sledgehammer. After the smashing, Nuzhin collapsed onto the floor and the unidentified man delivered another blow to his head. In response to the emerged video, Russian President Vladimir Putin's close aid Yevgeny Prigozhin on Sunday termed it "a dog's death for a dog." He said the mercenary was a traitor. ALSO READ | UNGA passes resolution seeking reparation from Russia to Ukraine; India abstains from voting The video which Reuters was unable to verify was posted under the title "The hammer of revenge". "Nuzhin betrayed his people, betrayed his comrades, betrayed consciously," said Prigozhin, who has been sanctioned by the United States and European Union for his role in Wagner. "Nuzhin was a traitor." Prigozhin confirmed in September that Wagner Group was founded in 2014. It was the first public acknowledgement of a link he has refuted. He has also sued journalists for reporting over the group and its linkages. In a video which was released in September, he was seen hiring convicts in a Russian jail for the war. WATCH | G20 Summit 2022: Indian PM Modi speaks on impact of supply chain crisis Prigozhin on Sunday also issued a warning to others in Russian society whom he described as traitors. "Do not forget, there are not only traitors who throw away their automatic guns and go over to the enemy," he said. "Some traitors are holed up in offices, not thinking about their own people. Some of them use their own business jets to fly to those countries that seem neutral to us so far. They fly away so as not to participate in today's problems. They are traitors too." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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It has been several months since the Russian invasion of Ukraine has been raging on. There is no end in sight for the conflict yet. Now, Kremlin confirms US-Russia talks in Ankara.

Russia-Ukraine war: Kremlin confirms US-Russia talks in Ankara

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{07f1cb54-b862-4317-aa7e-1965c827cae4}{151}" paraid="936428849" >Famous street artist Banksy is back in action and his latest artwork appeared in the Ukrainian town of Borodianka. In his new post on Instagram, he shared the picture of the mural which was made on the walls of a building which was somewhat damaged due to the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{c092f161-1dbf-48b8-8479-1a7682ad2469}{106}" paraid="1080649926" >According to the Instagram post, the new mural showed a female gymnast which seemed to be balancing on the broken parts of the building. The pictures of the mural were accompanied by the caption - "Borodyanka, Ukraine" referring to the venue which is around 35 km for capital Kyiv.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{c092f161-1dbf-48b8-8479-1a7682ad2469}{106}" paraid="1080649926" >Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/army-pilot-says-helicopter-responsible-for-2020-canberra-bushfire-landed-for-toilet-break-534019" hreflang="en">Army pilot says helicopter responsible for 2020 Canberra bushfire landed for toilet break</a></p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{bf3b8efa-651f-4d95-8420-8704fa93038a}{124}" paraid="142067606" >This was the first piece of art which was officially claimed by Banksy as the social media has been buzzing about his possible presence in Ukraine. With the Russian invasion not showing signs of slowing down, various artworks across the country were attributed to him but he never claimed responsibility.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{f70e2c6c-81e6-441b-b97d-1ec6f95ad25e}{59}" paraid="1831683262" >Borodianka was one of the first towns which came under heavy attack from the Russian forces as the missile strikes caused massive damage to infrastructure. However, the resistance forces were able to fight back and wrestle control out of the Russian handles during the start of April this year.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{f70e2c6c-81e6-441b-b97d-1ec6f95ad25e}{59}" paraid="1831683262" >Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/china-tesla-to-identify-the-truth-behind-fatal-crash-involving-model-y-that-killed-two-watch-534074" hreflang="en">VIDEO: Tesla to 'identify the truth' behind fatal crash involving Model Y in China</a></p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{dc786f2e-f3ca-4c34-a9cb-23bcc2860df6}{116}" paraid="1994039451" >Due to Ukraine’s early recovery in the region, the rebuilding has been going out in full swing and the mural has added to the decorations. This was Banksy’s first official work since the artist shared the picture of a mural featuring rats in his bathroom during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.&nbsp;</p>

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Famous street artist Banksy is back in action and his latest artwork appeared in the Ukrainian town of Borodianka. In his new post on Instagram, he shared the picture of the mural which was made on the walls of a building which was somewhat damaged due to the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Famous street artist Banksy is back in action and his latest artwork appeared in the Ukrainian town of Borodianka. In his new post on Instagram, he shared the picture of the mural which was made on the walls of a building which was somewhat damaged due to the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. According to the Instagram post, the new mural showed a female gymnast which seemed to be balancing on the broken parts of the building. The pictures of the mural were accompanied by the caption - "Borodyanka, Ukraine" referring to the venue which is around 35 km for capital Kyiv. Also read | Army pilot says helicopter responsible for 2020 Canberra bushfire landed for toilet break This was the first piece of art which was officially claimed by Banksy as the social media has been buzzing about his possible presence in Ukraine. With the Russian invasion not showing signs of slowing down, various artworks across the country were attributed to him but he never claimed responsibility. Borodianka was one of the first towns which came under heavy attack from the Russian forces as the missile strikes caused massive damage to infrastructure. However, the resistance forces were able to fight back and wrestle control out of the Russian handles during the start of April this year. Also read | VIDEO: Tesla to 'identify the truth' behind fatal crash involving Model Y in China Due to Ukraine’s early recovery in the region, the rebuilding has been going out in full swing and the mural has added to the decorations. This was Banksy’s first official work since the artist shared the picture of a mural featuring rats in his bathroom during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Banksy unveils latest artwork in war-torn Ukrainian town of Borodianka

The effects of climate change are being felt around the world. Adding to the pain is the impact of war on the environment. Ukrainian forests have been destroyed by bombs.

WION Climate Tracker | Impact of war on the environment: Ukrainian forests destroyed by bombs

It has been several months since the Russian invasion of Ukraine has been raging on. There is no end in sight for the conflict yet. Now, Zelensky accuses Russia of atrocities.

In Kherson, 'evidence' of war crimes: Zelensky accuses Russia of atrocities

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{ade76735-be94-43ae-943c-c9c6e702a812}{9}" paraid="1181459479" >The United States will be implementing fresh sanctions on a network of individuals and companies who were suspected of helping Russia in its ongoing invasion of Ukraine. US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen told reporters at the G20 Summit in Indonesia on Monday that the list included 28 companies and 14 individuals&nbsp;from around the world and more actions will be taken on involved financial establishments.&nbsp;</p>

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<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{0ce55a89-66b1-45af-9066-b2ce1ec57eae}{249}" paraid="48707293" >"This is part of our larger effort to disrupt Russia's war effort and deny equipment it needs through sanctions and export controls," Yellen told reporters according to Reuters.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{0ce55a89-66b1-45af-9066-b2ce1ec57eae}{243}" paraid="1770055091" >According to Yellen, the organisations and individuals were providing monetary as well as technological support to the Russian authorities and they also played a role in the procurement of drones from Iran. &nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{007761ae-aac9-42e1-bbf9-35648052c229}{250}" paraid="66259072" >The Iranian drones have added another dimension to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine with global powers criticising Tehran for their involvement. The drones were also used extensively by the Russian military for attacking Ukrainian infrastructure amid fight back from the resistance forces in Kherson.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{007761ae-aac9-42e1-bbf9-35648052c229}{250}" paraid="66259072" ><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Joe Biden holds talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping amid simmering tensions&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{2d1aebd5-cb61-43ae-9d1c-250c78f59ed0}{55}" paraid="2012860271" >The sanctions will be the latest addition to the list of actions taken against companies in Russia which were involved in business with the US. According to the New York Times, most of these companies belonged to the technology sector and the sanctions have reportedly impacted their revenues.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{007761ae-aac9-42e1-bbf9-35648052c229}{129}" paraid="10081598" >The United States have sent around $4.5 billion in aid to Ukraine till now since the start of the conflict and along with the European Union, the authorities have promised to provide further assistance.&nbsp;</p>

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The United States will be implementing fresh sanctions on a network of individuals and companies who were suspected of helping Russia in its ongoing invasion of Ukraine.

The United States will be implementing fresh sanctions on a network of individuals and companies who were suspected of helping Russia in its ongoing invasion of Ukraine. US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen told reporters at the G20 Summit in Indonesia on Monday that the list included 28 companies and 14 individuals from around the world and more actions will be taken on involved financial establishments. Also read | G20 Summit LIVE | Biden tells Xi hopes to avoid US-China 'conflict' "This is part of our larger effort to disrupt Russia's war effort and deny equipment it needs through sanctions and export controls," Yellen told reporters according to Reuters. According to Yellen, the organisations and individuals were providing monetary as well as technological support to the Russian authorities and they also played a role in the procurement of drones from Iran. The Iranian drones have added another dimension to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine with global powers criticising Tehran for their involvement. The drones were also used extensively by the Russian military for attacking Ukrainian infrastructure amid fight back from the resistance forces in Kherson. WATCH | Joe Biden holds talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping amid simmering tensions The sanctions will be the latest addition to the list of actions taken against companies in Russia which were involved in business with the US. According to the New York Times, most of these companies belonged to the technology sector and the sanctions have reportedly impacted their revenues. The United States have sent around $4.5 billion in aid to Ukraine till now since the start of the conflict and along with the European Union, the authorities have promised to provide further assistance.

US to sanction entities who helped Russia in procuring military equipment

Ukrainian residents welcomed troops arriving in the center of Kherson on Friday after Russia abandoned the only regional capital it had captured. Watch the full video to know more

Russia-Ukraine War: Locals welcome Ukraine soldiers in Kherson

<p>As a celebration of retaking of the city of Kherson, Ukrainian railways on Sunday (November 13), offered symbolic tickets to the public. These tickets are from Kyiv to Kherson and also to other Ukrainian cities under Russian control.</p>

<p>Jubilant residents welcomed Ukrainian troops arriving in the centre of Kherson on Friday after Russia abandoned the only regional capital it had captured since its invasion began in February.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Russia-Ukraine War: Celebrations in Kherson continue; residents greet Ukrainian troops with flowers</strong></p>

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<p>"Today you can order tickets for the first three trains from Kyiv to five cities: already de-occupied Kherson, as well as Mariupol, Donetsk, Luhansk and Simferopol," the railway operator said on telegram messaging apps.</p>

<p>"The ticket can be purchased, kept as a symbol of faith in the Armed Forces and the liberation of Ukraine from the occupiers," it said. "As soon as traffic is restored, railway officials will send a message with the date and location."</p>

<p>Ticket prices started at 1,000 hryvnias ($27.40).</p>

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<p>The port city of Mariupol is still under Russian control. Russia took over the city after a nearly four month siege.</p>

<p>Two largest cities in eastern Ukraine, Donetsk and Luhansk, came under the control of pro-Russian separatists in 2014, while Simferopol is the second-largest city on the Crimean peninsula, which Russia annexed from Ukraine in 2014.</p>

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As a celebration of retaking of the city of Kherson, Ukrainian railways on Sunday (November 13), offered symbolic tickets to the public. These tickets are from Kyiv to Kherson and also to other Ukrainian cities under Russian control. Jubilant residents welcomed Ukrainian troops arriving in the centre of Kherson on Friday after Russia abandoned the only regional capital it had captured since its invasion began in February. Watch | Russia-Ukraine War: Celebrations in Kherson continue; residents greet Ukrainian troops with flowers × "Today you can order tickets for the first three trains from Kyiv to five cities: already de-occupied Kherson, as well as Mariupol, Donetsk, Luhansk and Simferopol," the railway operator said on telegram messaging apps. "The ticket can be purchased, kept as a symbol of faith in the Armed Forces and the liberation of Ukraine from the occupiers," it said. "As soon as traffic is restored, railway officials will send a message with the date and location." Ticket prices started at 1,000 hryvnias ($27.40). Also Read | Kherson rushing to restore critical infrastructure damaged by retreating Russian forces The port city of Mariupol is still under Russian control. Russia took over the city after a nearly four month siege. Two largest cities in eastern Ukraine, Donetsk and Luhansk, came under the control of pro-Russian separatists in 2014, while Simferopol is the second-largest city on the Crimean peninsula, which Russia annexed from Ukraine in 2014. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Most households in the southern Ukrainian city of Kherson are still without electricity and water as utility companies struggle to repair crucial infrastructure damaged and mined by the retreating Russian forces, regional officials said on Sunday.&nbsp;Yaroslav Yanushevych, the governor of Kherson area, announced that as a security precaution, the government had chosen to impose a curfew from 5 pm to 8 am and prohibit anybody from leaving or entering the city.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The enemy mined every piece of vital infrastructure, Yanushevych said on Ukrainian television.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He added that he hoped mobile phone companies will soon be able to restart their service, saying, "We are trying to meet within a few days and (then) open the city."</p>

<p>After Russia abandoned the sole provincial capital it had taken over since it&nbsp;started its invasion in February, Ukrainian troops moved into the centre of Kherson on Friday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The retreat was the third significant Russian pullback in the conflict and the first to involve giving up such a sizable occupied city in the face of a significant Ukrainian counteroffensive that has retaken areas of the east and south.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Train service to Kherson is anticipated to resume this week, according to the head of Ukrainian state railways.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Despite mine-clearing efforts and attempts to restore essential services, a different regional official claimed that the situation in the city "remains very difficult" from a humanitarian standpoint.</p>

<p>The first deputy head of the Kherson regional council, Yuriy Sobolevskiy, told Ukrainian TV that "most houses have no electricity, no water and problems with gas supplies."&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a video speech on Saturday, President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that "the occupants damaged all the key infrastructure before retreating from Kherson: communications, water, heat, and electricity."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Residents of Kherson greeted Ukrainian troops with joy as they arrived, but the general command of Ukraine stated that severe fighting continued along the eastern front in the Donetsk and Luhansk provinces.</p>

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Most households in the southern Ukrainian city of Kherson are still without electricity and water as utility companies struggle to repair crucial infrastructure damaged and mined by the retreating Russian forces, regional officials said on Sunday.

Most households in the southern Ukrainian city of Kherson are still without electricity and water as utility companies struggle to repair crucial infrastructure damaged and mined by the retreating Russian forces, regional officials said on Sunday. Yaroslav Yanushevych, the governor of Kherson area, announced that as a security precaution, the government had chosen to impose a curfew from 5 pm to 8 am and prohibit anybody from leaving or entering the city. The enemy mined every piece of vital infrastructure, Yanushevych said on Ukrainian television. He added that he hoped mobile phone companies will soon be able to restart their service, saying, "We are trying to meet within a few days and (then) open the city." After Russia abandoned the sole provincial capital it had taken over since it started its invasion in February, Ukrainian troops moved into the centre of Kherson on Friday. The retreat was the third significant Russian pullback in the conflict and the first to involve giving up such a sizable occupied city in the face of a significant Ukrainian counteroffensive that has retaken areas of the east and south. Train service to Kherson is anticipated to resume this week, according to the head of Ukrainian state railways. Also Read: Binance halts FTX's FTT token deposits, urges rivals to follow Despite mine-clearing efforts and attempts to restore essential services, a different regional official claimed that the situation in the city "remains very difficult" from a humanitarian standpoint. The first deputy head of the Kherson regional council, Yuriy Sobolevskiy, told Ukrainian TV that "most houses have no electricity, no water and problems with gas supplies." In a video speech on Saturday, President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that "the occupants damaged all the key infrastructure before retreating from Kherson: communications, water, heat, and electricity." Residents of Kherson greeted Ukrainian troops with joy as they arrived, but the general command of Ukraine stated that severe fighting continued along the eastern front in the Donetsk and Luhansk provinces. (with inputs from agencies)

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