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Iran, protests and repression: Trump holds back, but prepares military action, US evacuations, and the Foreign Ministry is on high alert. Global tensions are rising.
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After Sunday's big match, Napoli and Inter returned to the pitch for the rescheduled matches of Matchday 16. Antonio Conte's team drew again, this time 0-0, a much more bitter draw than the one against...
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Chiara Ferragni was acquitted in the Pandoro Pink Christmas and Easter egg trial: the judge declared the crime extinguished after the complaints were withdrawn.
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While awaiting the official start of the Australian Open, the first Grand Slam of the tennis season, Melbourne hosted a decidedly unconventional event: the One Point Slam, an exhibition tournament as curious as it is spectacular, capable…
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A tense summit in Washington over Greenland: Trump insists on annexation for US security reasons, while Denmark and the EU respond by strengthening NATO and the island's sovereignty.
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The EU Commission presents a €90 billion package for Ukraine for 2026-2027: loans, defense, the state budget, and the use of frozen Russian assets.
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Train accident in Thailand: A crane collapses on a train in the northeast of the country. At least 25 people die, over 70 are injured, and an investigation into the cause is underway.
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Valeria Fedeli has died at 76. A former Minister of Education in the Gentiloni government, a CGIL trade unionist, and Vice President of the Senate, she leaves behind a profound political and civic legacy.
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Protests in Iran: media reports around 2.000 deaths, Iran International estimates up to 12.000 victims. Internet blackouts and repression while Trump considers air strikes.
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Minnesota and the Twin Cities sue Trump over ICE operations, alleging a federal invasion following the killing of Renee Good and the arrival of thousands of agents.
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Federica Torzullo disappeared in Anguillara Sabazia: her husband is under investigation for murder. Seizures, searches in Lake Bracciano, and investigations by the Civitavecchia Prosecutor's Office.
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Alberto Trentini and Mario Burlò are freed from prison in Italy after 423 days in Venezuela. They were welcomed at Ciampino Airport by Meloni and Tajani, and pledged their support to the other detained Italians.
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The Ministry of Culture is launching the "The Museum Regenerates – Photography Edition" call for proposals: €825 for urban regeneration projects in the suburbs through museums, contemporary art, and local community participation.
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Council of Ministers, January 12, 2026: approved protections for family caregivers, reform of the National Health Service, dates for the justice referendum, and new appointments.
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Annabella Martinelli, a 22-year-old student, disappeared on January 6th from Teolo. A six-day search in the Euganean Hills was unsuccessful.
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Fatal accident at the former Ilva steelworks in Taranto: 46-year-old worker falls from converter at steelworks 2. Unions immediately strike and safety investigations.
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Donald Trump issues an ultimatum to Cuba: a halt to oil and funding from Venezuela, accusations against its security services, and a harsh response from Díaz-Canel. A new escalation between Washington and Havana.
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The United Kingdom, Germany, and France are considering a NATO mission to Greenland to strengthen Arctic security and curb Trump's ambitions, amid geopolitical tensions and international law.
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Alberto Trentini and Mario Burlò freed in Venezuela: Tajani's announcement, Meloni's reaction, their return to Italy, and the political significance of Caracas's gesture.
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Find out which are the best companies to work for in the tourism sector, from multinational hospitality companies to travel tech, and what skills are needed to get into them.
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Lorenzo Musetti's campaign at the ATP 250 in Hong Kong comes to a close. The Italian tennis player was defeated in the final by Alexander Bublik, who prevailed 7-6, 6-3 after an hour and 38 minutes of play.
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Iran in chaos: at least 466 dead in anti-government protests, thousands arrested, and the internet blocked for over 60 hours. Tensions with the US and Israel are rising.
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The first matchday of the second half of the season immediately provided plenty of excitement. In the afternoon, Como drew in injury time against Bologna, remaining firmly in the European qualification zone, while Udinese-Pisa finished 2-2 in a match packed with chances. Roma…
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Jannik Sinner lost his highly anticipated exhibition match in Seoul against Carlos Alcaraz, but the result was overshadowed by the spectacle put on by the two world tennis champions. The Spanish tennis player won in two sets…
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The United States and Venezuela are moving toward resuming diplomatic relations after Maduro's capture. Embassies, oil, and Big Oil's interests are at the heart of the new balance of power.
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Can Yaman was arrested in Istanbul in a large-scale drug bust involving celebrities and nightclubs. Tests were conducted at the Institute of Forensic Medicine and investigations are ongoing.
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The EU-Mercosur agreement has received the green light from member states and is expected to be signed in Paraguay on January 17, 2026. What it entails, who wins and who loses in the meat, poultry, and wine sectors, what safeguards are in place, and why protests and...
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Crans-Montana, a breakthrough in the investigation into the New Year's Eve massacre: the owner of the Le Constellation restaurant has been arrested, his wife placed under house arrest. The municipality apologizes, a commemoration is held with President Mattarella and President Macron, and investigations into the lack of enforcement are underway.
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A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck off the Ionian coast of Calabria, causing fear among residents. Civil Protection officials conducted checks and suspended rail traffic as a precaution.
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Giorgia Meloni's New Year press conference: Ukraine, Venezuela, security, the economy, and reforms. All the topics the Prime Minister addressed before reporters.
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NASA announces the early return of the Crew-11 mission from the ISS due to a medical issue: this is the first medical evacuation in the 25-year history of the International Space Station.
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Crans-Montana, the owners of the Constellation bar were questioned in Sion regarding the New Year's Eve massacre. National mourning was declared in Switzerland, with a ceremony in Martigny attended by Mattarella and Macron, and Mass celebrated by Cardinal Reina.
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Massive Russian strikes on Kiev and Lviv: 4 dead and dozens injured, suspected use of the Oreshnik hypersonic missile. In Russia, Belgorod goes dark, leaving 556 without power. Zelensky: US guarantees almost ready.
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Venezuela, foreign political prisoners released: Italians Gasperin and Pilieri are freed. Tajani working for Trentini. US tensions, Trump, and accusations of neocolonialism.
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The two postponed matches of Matchday 19 have just concluded. Cagliari overcame a two-goal deficit against Cremonese to draw 2-2, while Milan drew 1-1 in stoppage time against Genoa, losing ground on Inter.
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In his January 8, 2026, speech to ambassadors, Emmanuel Macron accused the US of breaking international rules, denounced "neocolonial aggression," and pushed for European strategic autonomy and the defense of the DSA and DMA.
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The Carabinieri transported a kidney from Pavia to Ancona in a supercar for a lifesaving transplant. A high-speed operation in the service of healthcare.
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The EU and Jordan strengthened ties with the first-ever bilateral summit. Investment, security, Gaza, refugees, and the green transition were at the heart of the strategic partnership.
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Iran's unprecedented crackdown on high-cost protests has left at least 35 dead, hospitals under siege, mass arrests, and international tensions with the US and Israel.
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MilanoConfession in San Vittore Prison: Emilio Gabriel Valdez Velazco admits to the murder and sexual assault of Aurora Livoli. Investigations are ongoing and a possible charge of femicide is pending.
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Minneapolis, a woman killed by an ICE agent during an anti-migrant operation. Protests, shocking videos, accusations of abuse of power, and calls for a federal investigation.
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Matchday 19 of Serie A offers some surprises in the standings. Inter capitalizes on Napoli's slip-up and consolidates its lead, while Lazio avoids defeat against Fiorentina only in injury time. Bologna loses...
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Crans-Montana, Italy mourns the young victims of the New Year's Eve fire: funerals in Rome, Bologna, Milano And Lugano, a minute of silence was observed in schools. Tomorrow in Genoa, a final farewell to Emanuele Galeppini.
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Von der Leyen visits the Middle East with António Costa: EU-Jordan summit, meetings in Syria and Lebanon for stability, security, and regional cooperation.
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The United States seized the Marinera oil tanker after weeks of pursuit across the Atlantic, sparking tensions with Russia and Venezuela, accusations of violating sanctions, and reactions from China and Latin America.
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US raid in Venezuela: dozens killed in Caracas after operation against Maduro, militarized capital, armed clashes, and a state of emergency declared while Trump announces oil deal with interim authorities.
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The Italian two-wheeler market closed 2025 with a two-speed performance. Official registration data, released exclusively by Confindustria ANCMA (National Association of Cycles, Motorcycles, and Accessories),…
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Common Agricultural Policy, halt to cuts and more resources for Italy: Brussels approves €40,7 billion for agriculture over the 2028-2034 period.
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Ukraine, statement by the Coalition of the Willing: binding security guarantees, a multinational force, and a key role for the United States and Europe in a lasting peace.
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Joint statement by European leaders on Greenland: Arctic security, the role of NATO, sovereignty, and the inviolability of borders are at the heart of the text.
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Train conductor stabbed to death near Bologna station: Alessandro Ambrosio, 34, dies. Investigations are ongoing; Salvini and Lepore express their condolences.
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Around 600 Italians stranded in Sharm El-Sheikh after the cancellation of flights to Milano caused by a serious malfunction at air traffic control in Greece. Returns underway with special flights and diplomatic assistance.
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Over 400 tourists, including approximately 80 Italians, are stranded on the island of Socotra following the closure of Yemen's airspace. The Foreign Ministry and the Crisis Unit are working to repatriate them.
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Crans-Montana, the bodies of the young victims of the New Year's Eve fire are returning to Italy: a C-130 flight arrives at Linate and Ciampino airports, funerals are funded by the state, 116 injured are identified, and safety at the venue is being investigated.
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Trump claims the US controls Venezuela: Maduro goes on trial in New York, Delcy Rodríguez becomes interim president, the EU calls for a transition with the opposition, and tensions with Colombia, Mexico, and Cuba are rising.
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Greenland is at the center of a confrontation with the United States: Prime Minister Jens Frederik Nielsen says "enough" to Trump's pressure. The EU, Denmark, and allies defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
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In the final matches of the eighteenth round of the league season, Inter and Napoli responded to Milan's victory. The Nerazzurri beat Bologna 3-1, moving one point ahead of their Rossoneri rivals, while Conte's team won...
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Italy stumbles at the 2026 United Cup and faces a tougher path to the quarterfinals. In today's match, Switzerland defeated the Azzurri 2-1, thus securing their first-ever qualification...
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Crans-Montana, all six Italian victims of the Le Constellation bar fire have been identified. They are returning to Italy on a state flight. Cornado: "Not a disaster, but an avoidable tragedy."
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New Year's Eve fire in Crans-Montana: the first Italian victims of the blaze have been identified. Young lives shattered, families informed, and investigations into responsibility are underway.
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In the final Saturday league matches, Juventus held Lecce to a 1-1 draw, a match dominated by the Bianconeri, who failed to take the lead on several occasions. Atalanta, however, won against Roma...
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US raid in Venezuela: Nicolás Maduro captured and charged in New York. Deaths and injuries in Caracas, political chaos, global backlash, and the oil crisis.
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Fatal accident in Brazil: At least 11 dead in a head-on collision between a bus and a truck in Rio Grande do Sul. Sand on the asphalt hindered rescue efforts.
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The US strikes Caracas, and Trump announces the capture of Nicolás Maduro and his wife. Venezuela declares a state of emergency, condemnations from Russia and Iran, and the Foreign Ministry puts 160 Italians on high alert.
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Rafael Leão's first Serie A goal of 2026 earned AC Milan a crucial three points, defeating Cagliari 1-0 in the early matchday 18 fixture. This victory allows the Rossoneri to leapfrog...
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Crans-Montana fire: The Foreign Ministry updates the toll of Italians involved, Tajani on site, and investigations are ongoing. The injured have been transferred to Niguarda Hospital, six are missing with no news, and identification remains difficult.
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Autopsy underway on the body of Aurora Livoli, 19-year-old found dead in MilanoA 57-year-old Peruvian man, already arrested for an attempted robbery the night of the crime, is under investigation.
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Tensions between the United States and Iran are high after Donald Trump's threats to intervene in defense of protesters. Deaths have been reported in the protests, Tehran's harsh response raises the risk of regional escalation.
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Nicolás Maduro says he's ready to negotiate with the United States on drugs, oil, and economic agreements. Dialogue between Caracas and Washington is possible amid the crisis and military tensions in the Caribbean.
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Bulgaria officially joins the Eurozone on January 1, 2026: farewell to the lev, euro in circulation, political reactions, inflation fears, and economic and geopolitical significance.
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New Year's Eve massacre in Crans-Montana: at least 47 dead and 100 injured after an explosion in a nightclub. Italians involved, Switzerland in emergency, investigation underway.
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Crans-Montana massacre: An explosion in a bar on New Year's Eve leaves 40 dead and 100 injured. The Foreign Ministry has activated a crisis unit, and the investigation is ongoing.
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Sergio Mattarella's New Year's speech focused on peace, the 80th anniversary of the Republic, and young people. Giorgia Meloni's response and Italy's role on the international stage.
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Protests continue in Iran against the economic crisis: demonstrations in Isfahan, Kermanshah, and Tehran, students take to the streets, record inflation, and a collapsing rial.
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Mountain safety: The Carabinieri Meteomont Service has issued a warning: avalanche danger up to level 3 in the Alps, with recommendations for off-piste skiing and hiking.
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In his end-of-year message, Sergio Mattarella calls on young people and citizens to participate, show civic sense, and uphold the values ​​of the Republic in view of the 80th anniversary of 1946.
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A train accident in Peru on the tourist line to Machu Picchu: two trains collide head-on, killing a driver and injuring at least 40 passengers, many of them foreign tourists.
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New Year's Eve fireworks, LEAL warns: serious risks for pets and wildlife. Here's a guide with rules to protect them.
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Yemen, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates at loggerheads: raids on Mukalla, a state of emergency, and renewed regional tensions. The roles of Trump, Israel, and Somaliland in the Red Sea arena.
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The Chamber of Deputies definitively approves the 2026 Budget with 216 votes in favor: what the budget law includes, including personal income tax, tax relief on contractual increases, healthcare, pensions, and the political clash in the Chamber.
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Trump meets with Netanyahu in Florida: he delivers an ultimatum to Hamas on disarmament, a warning to Iran, and tensions over Gaza and the West Bank. Mar-a-Lago is at the center of US diplomacy.
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Matchday 17 of Serie A concludes with a late game at the Stadio Olimpico, where Roma beat Genoa 3-1 and continue their pursuit of the top spots in the table. A significant victory for the Giallorossi, who consolidate their...
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Council of Ministers 29 December 2025: Ukraine decree approved, military aid and residence permits extended, funds for climate emergencies and green light given to renewables.
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Trump and Zelensky relaunch negotiations at Mar-a-Lago to end the war in Ukraine: progress has been made on the 20-point plan, security guarantees are central, but the Donbass and Zaporizhia issues remain.
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China and Taiwan escalate further in the Strait: Beijing launches military exercises with live ammunition around the island, while Taipei denounces intimidation and strengthens its defenses.
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Pietracatella, mother and daughter die of suspected food poisoning: five health workers under investigation, food and medical records seized. The father is in stable condition at the Spallanzani hospital.
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Mikaela Shiffrin continues to dominate the Alpine Skiing World Cup. In Semmering, Austria, the American champion scored another victory in the women's slalom, her fifth consecutive victory in the discipline.
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Trump and Zelensky meet at Mar-a-Lago to discuss the peace plan for Ukraine: Donbas, Zaporizhzhia, security guarantees and reconstruction.
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Brigitte Bardot has died at 91: farewell to the icon of French cinema, a symbol of the 60s and a longtime champion of animal rights.
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The seventeenth matchday of the championship opens with five important results for survival and Europe. Parma prevails in their direct clash against Fiorentina, Como stuns Lecce at the Via del Mare, and Cagliari conquers...
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A crucial weekend for Parliament: the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate are busy with reforming the Court of Auditors and approving the €22 billion 2026 budget before December 31st.
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Indonesia: Tourist boat sinks near Padar Island in Komodo National Park, leaving a Spanish family of four missing; rescue efforts underway.
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Thailand and Cambodia have signed an immediate ceasefire after weeks of border clashes, leaving at least 47 dead, nearly a million displaced, and mounting international pressure for peace.
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