Stephen Farrell
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Head of News and Comment at Chatham House, the London-based international affairs think tank.
āThis is Donald Trump drawing a line in the sand, the end of the post Cold War liberal international orderā
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Independent Thinking: What does Trumpās national security strategy mean for Europe, China and Middle East?
A special edition of Chatham Houseās international affairs podcast, recorded at the Doha Forum 2025 in Qatar.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/12/independent-thinking-what-does-trumps-national-security-strategy-mean-europe-china-and
7 days ago
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US NATO ambassador on US security strategy: is Europe āa dynamic economy that can grow, or is it just a museum?ā
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US NATO ambassador on US security strategy: is Europe āa dynamic economy that can grow, or is it just a museum?ā
Speaking at the Doha Forum in conversation with Chatham House CEO Bronwen Maddox, Mathew Whitaker defended the new US security strategy and its criticisms of Europe.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/12/us-nato-ambassador-us-security-strategy-europe-dynamic-economy-can-grow-or-it-just-museum
7 days ago
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John Kerry says US under Trump becoming ādenier, delayer and dividerā on climate change; criticizes āineptitudeā in China policy
During an event at Chatham House the former secretary of state and climate envoy condemned Trump administration climate policy saying that āno one can bend the laws of physics.ā
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/11/john-kerry-says-us-under-trump-becoming-denier-delayer-and-divider-climate-change
20 days ago
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Trump pressures Ukraine to accept peace deal: Early analysis from Chatham House experts
Chatham House analysts give their initial analysis after Zelenskyy was pressured by Trump to accept a White House plan to end the war with Russia.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/11/trump-pressures-ukraine-accept-peace-deal-early-analysis-chatham-house-experts
23 days ago
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UK defence has big ideas but is underfunded. Germanyās spending is rapid and extensive ā but its approach looks dated. They should combine their efforts, says an author of the UKās 2025 defence review
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The UK and Germany should combine their strengths to address weaknesses in European defence
UK defence has big ideas but is underfunded. Germanyās spending is rapid and extensive ā but its approach looks dated. The countries should combine their efforts, says an author of the UKās 2025 defen...
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/11/uk-and-germany-should-combine-their-strengths-address-weaknesses-european-defence
25 days ago
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Former VP Mike Pence criticises Trump's defence of Saudi prince over Khashoggi killing -
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'I would not have said that' - Pence criticises Trumpās comment over Khashoggi killing
YouTube video by Chatham House
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSf3_R4wXV4
26 days ago
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Trump's former VP Mike Pence has āvery real concernā about F35 sales to Saudi, and criticised Trumpās comment about MBS and Jamal Khashoggi
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Vice President Mike Pence on US-Saudi summit: āvery real concernā on F35 sales; criticizes Trumpās comment on Jamal Khashoggi killing
The former vice president also expressed support for the USāUK āspecial relationshipā and for NATO and defended his 2017-21 administrationās record.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/11/vice-president-mike-pence-us-saudi-summit-very-real-concern-f35-sales-criticizes-trumps
27 days ago
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Mike Pence raises concerns over F35 sales to Saudi at
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Mike Pence Raises Concerns on Saudi F-35 Sales and China Policy
Mike Pence, Donald Trumpās first-term vice president, said he was worried about the potential sale of F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia without concrete guarantees that the technology embedded in the worldās ...
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-11-18/mike-pence-raises-concerns-on-saudi-f-35-sales-and-china-policy-mi4jtl1j?embedded-checkout=true
27 days ago
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11am London time today. Former Vice President Mike Pence
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Mike Pence, 48th Vice President of the United States, speaks at Chatham House
Vice President Pence will discuss the challenges and opportunities US foreign policy faces in a changing world.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/special-event/mike-pence-48th-vice-president-united-states-speaks-chatham-house
27 days ago
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Coming of age movie. Coming soon. Go Zada.
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Such a Vivid Imagination | Drama
Such a Vivid Imagination: Directed by Ina LĆ¼ders. With Sheherazade Farrell, Nancy Breheny, Cherry Walters, Laura Ashcroft. Twelve-year-old Celia's imagination becomes a dangerous refuge after she unco...
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt33131372/?ref_=nm_knf_t_2
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Chatham House hosts Black History Month exhibition āStanding Firm in Power & Pride: The Black Experience in Britainā.
150 guests attended the opening reception for a remarkable exhibition showcasing the resilience, achievements, and struggles that shape Black British identity.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/10/chatham-house-hosts-black-history-month-exhibition-standing-firm-power-pride-black
about 2 months ago
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Independent Thinking: AI Plus. Generals purged. China's leaders plan for 2030
At the Fourth Plenum in Beijing, Chinaās leaders agreed the 15th Five-Year Plan. Our experts discuss what this means for Xi Jinpingās power, ties with the US and Chinaās growing dominance in AI.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/10/independent-thinking-ai-plus-generals-purged-chinas-leaders-plan-2030
about 2 months ago
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How to advance Trumpās Gaza plan from magical thinking to lasting peace -
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Independent Thinking: How to advance Trumpās Gaza plan from magical thinking to lasting peace
The first phase of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire is now underway, but the long-term challenges facing Gaza are vast. Our experts discuss the steps needed to secure peace.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/10/independent-thinking-how-advance-trumps-gaza-plan-magical-thinking-lasting-peace
about 2 months ago
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'The Israelis are still in October 7, 2023' - Chatham House analyst Prof. Yossi Mekelberg
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2 months ago
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From Above: How Food In Gaza Got So Expensive ā And So Deadly | View From Above | Business Insider
YouTube video by Business Insider
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XoTZItCldn4
2 months ago
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The 'Dragon-Elephant Tango' enters a new phase as India and China look to reset relations.
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Modiās SCO summit visit shows China and India want to reset relations. But the āDragonāElephant Tangoā will be tough
US tariffs and other factors are bringing China and India closer together. But contentious issues remain.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/09/modis-sco-summit-visit-shows-china-and-india-want-reset-relations-dragon-elephant-tango
4 months ago
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Trump-Putin meeting in Alaska: Early analysis from Chatham House experts
Chatham House analysts give their initial reaction and insights after US President Donald Trump met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Anchorage on Friday.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/08/trump-putin-meeting-alaska-early-analysis-chatham-house-experts
4 months ago
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The UK should recognize a Palestinian state now
The time is right to make this symbolically important move, says Bronwen Maddox, but that should not distract attention from the most urgent task of securing relief in Gaza.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/07/uk-should-recognize-palestinian-state-now
5 months ago
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5 months ago
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Chatham House's Ukraine, Russia and global security experts join me as I guest host the think tank's podcast to look at whether or not Trump is for turning on Putin -
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Independent Thinking: Will Trump deliver for Ukraine?
Jaroslava Barbieri, John Lough and Samir Puri join the podcast to discuss whether Donald Trump is shifting his views on Ukraine and Russia.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/07/independent-thinking-will-trump-deliver-ukraine
5 months ago
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Chatham House think tank's best-in-class magazine: International Affairs. If you want to keep the brain in gear while the body relaxes on a beach.
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5 months ago
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āThereās not going to be a Palestine left to recognize unless we get on with itā ā Dame Emily Thornberry, Chair of the Foreign Affairs Select Committee, speaking at Chatham House.
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6 months ago
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Iran's nuclear programme: Damaged, destroyed or intact - Chatham House's nuclear and Mideast experts assess
#Israel
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Independent Thinking: Iranās nuclear programme: destroyed, damaged or intact?
Bronwen Maddox is in Jordan this week assessing the US and Israeli strikes on Iranās nuclear programme, and their consequences. She is joined by Lina Khatib and Marion Messmer.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/06/independent-thinking-irans-nuclear-programme-destroyed-damaged-or-intact
6 months ago
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Congratulations to Reem Makhoul for winning a
#NewsEmmys
for a documentary about hunger in Gaza.
6 months ago
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What is the Chatham House Rule? It's a guide for running an event that lets people speak more frankly. Because you can share what was said at the meeting, but not who said it. It's basically the one rule to bring them all (with apologies to JRR Tolkien).
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6 months ago
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Chatham House Director Bronwen Maddox is in the Mideast, assessing the impact of US and Israeli strikes in Iran.
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US strikes on Iran: What next for Iran, Israel and President Trump?
Tehran has few good options, but the US should not overplay its hand, says Chatham House Director Bronwen Maddox in Amman.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/06/us-strikes-iran-what-next-iran-israel-and-president-trump
6 months ago
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US strikes on Iran: What next for Iran, Israel and President Trump?
Iran has few good options, but the US should not overplay its hand, says Chatham House Director Bronwen Maddox in Amman.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/06/us-strikes-iran-what-next-iran-israel-and-president-trump
6 months ago
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US should bomb Iranās deep nuclear sites but not seek regime change, ex-MI6 chief John Sawers tells Chatham House
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US should bomb Iranās nuclear sites, says ex-MI6 chief John Sawers
YouTube video by Chatham House
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/jnHbddhZWyo
6 months ago
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Israel-Iran podcast: Five Chatham House Mideast experts bring insights on the war that threatens to reshape the region.
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Independent Thinking: What does the IranāIsrael war mean for the region and the world?
Sanam Vakil, Renad Mansour, Mohammed Baharoon and Ksenia Svetlova join Galip Dalay to discuss the meaning of the war, prospects for de-escalation and the impact on the wider Middle East.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/06/independent-thinking-what-does-iran-israel-war-mean-region-and-world
6 months ago
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Trump must take control as IsraelāIran war threatens to escalate
Washington is at risk of letting Israel drive the agenda in the Middle East, with potentially disastrous consequences.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/06/trump-must-take-control-israel-iran-war-threatens-escalate
6 months ago
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With strikes on Iran, Netanyahu has diverted criticism of Israelās Gaza operations
European and regional powers largely approve of efforts to prevent an Iranian bomb. So too do Israelis. But without US support to finish the job, the long-term prospects for that support look shaky.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/06/strikes-iran-netanyahu-has-diverted-criticism-israels-gaza-operations
6 months ago
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Israelās strikes might accelerate Iranās race towards nuclear weapons
Many in Tehran will urge a redoubled effort to develop nuclear weapons, after Israelās attacks once again exposed the weakness of Iranās conventional deterrence.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/06/israels-strikes-might-accelerate-irans-race-towards-nuclear-weapons
6 months ago
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https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/06/trumps-proposal-recognize-crimea-russian-would-set-dangerous-precedent
6 months ago
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Muhammad Yunus, Chief Advisor of Bangladesh, has arrived at Chatham House. Professor Yunus will speak on the challenges facing Bangladesh. The livestream will go live at 11am BST. Watch him at:
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6 months ago
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Russia could use military force against NATO in five years - says NATO Chief
YouTube video by Chatham House
https://youtu.be/ToGFQnhvi74?si=FYkmlJRsnM_nLuZL
6 months ago
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"Russia could be ready to use military force against NATO within five years. Five years. Letās not kid ourselves, we are all on the Eastern flank now. " NATO Chief Mark Rutte to Chatham House
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NATO chief Mark Rutte warns Russia could use military force against alliance in five years
In his Chatham House speech the Secretary General said he expects NATO states to commit to spend 5 per cent of GDP on defence, arguing āAmerica has carried too much of the burden for too longā.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/06/nato-chief-mark-rutte-warns-russia-could-use-military-force-against-alliance-five-years
6 months ago
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Bookmark this link. Monday. 3.45pm. London time. Ahead of the NATO summit at which President Trump is likely to push for more spending by European countries, NATO chief Mark Rutte will talk exclusively to Chatham House about the alliance's future -
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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte ā Building A Better NATO
Mark Rutte will deliver a keynote speech on the priorities for the NATO Summit in The Hague.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/special-event/nato-secretary-general-mark-rutte-building-better-nato
6 months ago
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The Charge of the Light Drone Brigade - how Ukraine's cheap, AI-assisted drones are changing the face of warfare. Chatham House.
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Ukraineās Operation Spiderās Web is a game-changer for modern drone warfare. NATO should pay attention
The use of cheap drones to strike targets deep within Russia provides a blueprint for rapidly evolving modern warfare that should inform how states seek to defend themselves.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/06/ukraines-operation-spiders-web-game-changer-modern-drone-warfare-nato-should-pay-attention
6 months ago
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"The challenge now will be for the MOD to make the necessary spending choices". Chatham House experts on Britain's military in a world of drones, nukes, F35s... and Trump.
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The UK Strategic Defence Review draws the right lessons from Ukraine ā but still relies on continued US commitment
Proposals to improve armed forces integration, harness new technology and boost societal resilience are the right lessons to draw from Ukraine. But much depends on spending, implementation, and a reli...
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/06/uk-strategic-defence-review-draws-right-lessons-ukraine-still-relies-continued-us
6 months ago
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Trumpās tariffs court challenge shows next 100 days will test executive authority
The US Court of International Tradeās ruling against Trumpās āLiberation Dayā tariffs provides another sign that his agenda will encounter more political, legal, and civic challenges in his second 100...
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/06/trumps-tariffs-court-challenge-shows-next-100-days-will-test-executive-authority
7 months ago
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I was part of the team behind the UK Strategic Defence Review: Here is what shaped our thinking
The SDRās vision calls for a revolution in how the UK finds, buys and uses technology to keep up with its adversaries.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/06/i-was-part-team-behind-uk-strategic-defence-review-here-what-shaped-our-thinking
7 months ago
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Independent Thinking: What's the future for Gaza?
Yossi Mekelberg, Stephen Farrell, and Julie Norman join the podcast this week to discuss the proposed international peace plans for the Gaza Strip.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/05/independent-thinking-whats-future-gaza
7 months ago
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Is Brexit finally done?
Nine years after the Brexit vote, a new UKāEU deal promises smoother trade and deeper cooperation ā but is it the end of the Brexit saga or just another chapter? Bronwen Maddox digs into what the deal
https://soundcloud.com/chathamhouse/it-250523-002?utm_source=clipboard&utm_campaign=wtshare&utm_medium=widget&utm_content=https%253A%252F%252Fsoundcloud.com%252Fchathamhouse%252Fit-250523-002
7 months ago
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Chatham House's Yossi Mekelberg on Trump, Netanyahu and Gaza.
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Trumpās Middle East tour tells us he has forgotten about Gaza, much to Netanyahuās delight | Yossi Mekelberg
As thousands of IDF soldiers prepare to occupy the strip, the president is silent. Israelās ultra-right could want nothing more, says Chatham Houseās professor of international relations, Yossi Mekelb...
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/may/15/donald-trump-middle-east-tour-forgotten-gaza-netanyahu
7 months ago
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IndiaāPakistan ceasefire remains shaky, with relations unlikely to return to status quo
The risk of renewed hostilities will remain in the absence of meaningful political dialogue.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/05/india-pakistan-ceasefire-remains-shaky-relations-unlikely-return-status-quo-0
7 months ago
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Bronwen Maddox
7 months ago
An important
@chathamhouse.org
podcast this week with my colleagues
@chietigj.bsky.social
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@mgmessmer.bsky.social
and
@farrellreporter.bsky.social
on the tensions between India and Pakistan. Listen below or wherever you get your podcastsšļø š½
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Trumpās Gulf trip will bring fanfare and mega deals ā but meaningful regional progress looks uncertain
Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE will seek to deepen ties with Washington ā but tariffs and oil prices worry Gulf states, as does continuing violence in Gaza.
https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/05/trumps-gulf-trip-will-bring-fanfare-and-mega-deals-meaningful-regional-progress-looks
7 months ago
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After a lengthy bus and train trip across London listening to fellow passengers I am firmly convinced that its MAGA slogan would be Make Britain "Not Too Bad, Not Too Bad" Again
8 months ago
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Pope Francis Funeral Live: Thousands gather in St. Peter's Square to pay their last respects
U.S. President Donald Trump, monarchs and other heads of state are among more than 200,000 people attending Pope Francis' funeral in the huge Vatican square that sits in front of the Basilica of St. Peter.
https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/pope-francis-funeral-live-thousands-gather-st-peters-square-pay-their-last-2025-04-26/
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Live: Pope Francis dies aged 88 as global tributes pour in
"At 7:35 this morning the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father," Cardinal Kevin Farrell announced on the Vatican's TV channel.
https://www.reuters.com/world/live-pope-francis-dies-aged-88-global-tributes-pour-2025-04-21/
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