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Trump announces Israel Hamas hostage deal before Biden

January 18, 2025, 3:03 pm

Good news emerged Wednesday evening: Israel and Hamas have reportedly reached an agreement to release hostages in exchange for a phased withdrawal of Israeli...

Hostages free at last? Hamas and Israel agree to ceasefire

January 18, 2025, 3:05 pm

Progress made in Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage release talks

January 15, 2025, 4:23 pm

Ukraine claims capture of North Korean soldiers fighting for Russia

January 11, 2025, 3:31 pm

Heir to billionaire Pakistan business dynasty left UK estate under £100k after Titan sub tragedy

January 10, 2025, 11:20 am

Germany and France warn Trump over threat to take over Greenland

January 8, 2025, 1:15 pm

Mexico’s Sheinbaum mocks Trump’s Gulf rename plan with bold counterproposal

January 13, 2025, 7:38 am

Rare floods hit Mecca as extreme weather grips Saudi Arabia

January 6, 2025, 3:32 pm

China’s mystery virus surge sparks global concerns over HMPV

January 13, 2025, 7:40 am

Austria faces political shift as far-right leader aims to form government

January 7, 2025, 9:52 am

Panic as Etihad Airways plane aborts take-off due to technical issue

January 5, 2025, 12:07 pm

China’s hospitals overwhelmed by unconfirmed viral outbreak

January 7, 2025, 9:52 am

Investigators blocked in bid to detain Yoon Suk Yeol

January 4, 2025, 9:10 am

Biden announces nearly $2.5 billion more in military aid for Ukraine

December 31, 2024, 7:44 am

Kremlin rejects Trump’s peace plan proposals for Ukraine

January 4, 2025, 9:03 am

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Aid agency leader cautions that financial reductions for Afghanistan pose the greatest risk to supporting women

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 9:04 am

Canada’s foreign minister supports Carney as potential successor to Trudeau for prime minister.

Business @USLive - January 19, 2025, 9:00 am

Palestinians navigate debris to reach their residences as ceasefire in Gaza is established.

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 8:44 am

Identities of Israelis freed during the initial day of the ceasefire

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 8:38 am

Trump announces plans for an executive order on Monday to reinstate TikTok.

Business @USLive - January 19, 2025, 8:37 am

Three Israeli captives return to Israel as delicate ceasefire reaches initial milestone.

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 8:16 am

German envoy cautions that Trump may challenge the US constitutional framework, according to reports.

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 8:12 am

As Trump prepares for his presidency, Biden emphasizes the need for commitment, backing allies, and diplomatic efforts to...

All USA Updates Minute by Minute @USLive - January 19, 2025, 8:08 am

Biden announces ‘the weapons in Gaza are now silent’ due to a ceasefire agreement he proposed in May.

All USA Updates Minute by Minute @USLive - January 19, 2025, 7:59 am

Three Israeli captives return to Israel as tenuous ceasefire survives initial test.

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 7:56 am

Three Israeli captives are now in the custody of Israeli troops in Gaza following the initial stage of...

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 7:42 am

Official reports say over 80 fatalities in northeast Colombia amid unsuccessful peace negotiations.

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Disneyland Paris showcases amazing evening performance featuring Paris Games laser innovation.

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Pope endorses Cuba’s decision to release prisoners after Vatican discussions in ongoing dialogue.

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 7:21 am

Israeli military reports that the Red Cross informed it that hostages have been moved and are heading towards...

Israel-Hamas War @USLive - January 19, 2025, 7:16 am

Initial photos of the three hostages freed from Gaza are aired during their transfer.

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 7:12 am

A Red Cross mission is heading to retrieve the initial Israeli captives in Gaza.

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 6:16 am

McGrath, born in the US, spearheads Norwegian domination in World Cup slalom, caping it off with iconic Cuche...

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Blaze engulfs tents at India’s large Hindu celebration, but no injuries reported.

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 5:07 am

Unseasonably high temperatures endanger Epiphany ice plunges for Orthodox Christians in Russia.

Business @USLive - January 19, 2025, 2:09 am

Gaza truce starts following nearly three-hour hold-up as Hamas identifies hostages scheduled for release on Sunday.

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 1:17 am

Israel announces a ceasefire in Gaza set to start at 11:15 a.m. local time, following Hamas’s delay in...

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 1:10 am

Gaza medical facility reports that an Israeli air raid claimed 8 lives following a postponed ceasefire.

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 12:57 am

Hamas identifies three hostages set for release on Sunday, possibly paving the way for a delayed ceasefire.

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 12:31 am

Itamar Ben-Gvir, a major ally of Netanyahu, resigns in protest of Gaza truce agreement.

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 12:12 am

Southeast Asian foreign ministers aim for progress in Myanmar crisis and South China Sea tensions.

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Israel - Hamas War

Latest updates from the Middle East: Ceasefire in Gaza leads to the release of three Israeli captives.

January 19, 2025, 9:08 am

A truce in the Gaza Strip commenced on Sunday as Hamas began releasing the first three female hostages who had been held for the...

Who is Itamar Ben-Gvir, the right-wing minister who stepped down from Netanyahu’s administration?

January 19, 2025, 4:10 am

Israel’s government endorses a ceasefire agreement in Gaza along with the release of many captives.

January 17, 2025, 6:22 pm

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Palestinians navigate debris to reach their residences as ceasefire in Gaza is established.

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Identities of Israelis freed during the initial day of the ceasefire

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 8:38 am

Three Israeli captives return to Israel as delicate ceasefire reaches initial milestone.

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 8:13 am

Three Israeli captives return to Israel as tenuous ceasefire survives initial test.

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 7:56 am

Three Israeli captives are now in the custody of Israeli troops in Gaza following the initial stage of...

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 7:42 am

Israeli military reports that the Red Cross informed it that hostages have been moved and are heading towards...

Israel-Hamas War @USLive - January 19, 2025, 7:16 am

Initial photos of the three hostages freed from Gaza are aired during their transfer.

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 7:12 am

A Red Cross mission is heading to retrieve the initial Israeli captives in Gaza.

International Crisis @USLive - January 19, 2025, 6:16 am

Russia - Ukraine War

Trump and Xi Discuss Trade, Fentanyl Issues, and TikTok Matters

January 17, 2025, 11:03 am

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Trump presents a wealth of campaign commitments set to take effect on Day 1

January 16, 2025, 5:18 pm

US intensifies sanctions on Russia, warning businesses collaborating with the country of potential additional penalties.

January 15, 2025, 7:38 am

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Unseasonably high temperatures endanger Epiphany ice plunges for Orthodox Christians in Russia.

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Large-scale deployment of Swedish troops to Latvia marks biggest NATO operation to date.

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Russian assault claims three lives in Kyiv while Ukrainian drones ignite Russian fuel depots.

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Trump pledged a swift resolution to the Ukraine conflict, but both Moscow and Kyiv are strengthening their positions...

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Blinken expresses concern to AP over potential abandonment of crucial Biden foreign policy strategies by Trump’s administration.

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Lithuania commits to increasing defense expenditure to 5-6% of GDP, highlighting concerns over Russian hostility.

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UK PM Starmer tours Auschwitz, pledges to combat antisemitism prior to security discussions in Poland

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Former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his spouse receive 14 and 7-year prison sentences in corruption case from Pakistani court.

January 17, 2025, 4:52 am

ISLAMABAD — A court in Pakistan has sentenced former Prime Minister Imran Khan to 14 years in prison, while his wife, Bushra Bibi, received...

AP Exclusive: Egypt’s foreign minister calls for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

January 17, 2025, 2:58 am

Future prospects for South Korea’s ousted president as authorities pursue his arrest.

January 17, 2025, 2:25 am

US coach indicates Shiffrin may not set a date for her ski racing comeback for another week to ten days.

January 17, 2025, 1:42 am

Netanyahu announces hostage return agreement from Gaza following final hurdles

January 16, 2025, 6:28 pm

Xi Jinping to Dispatch Special Envoy to Attend Trump’s Inauguration

January 16, 2025, 6:18 pm

Trump presents a wealth of campaign commitments set to take effect on Day 1

January 16, 2025, 5:18 pm

Blinken stands by US stance on Gaza amidst protests during his last State Department briefing.

January 16, 2025, 12:14 pm

Fresh US restrictions aimed at Sudan’s conflicting military chief

January 16, 2025, 11:48 am

Pakistani airline claims advertisement with plane approaching Eiffel Tower was not intended to reference 9/11.

January 16, 2025, 11:28 am

Confrontation in South Africa concludes with 87 miners deceased, sparking outrage over police’s ‘smoke them out’ methods.

January 16, 2025, 11:00 am

Europe’s migration leader commits to fulfilling deportation promise

January 16, 2025, 10:07 am

Large crowds gather for memorial service in Paris honoring far-right figure Jean-Marie Le Pen, with heightened security measures in place.

January 16, 2025, 4:42 am

YouTube’s election fraud conspiracies bolster impeached South Korean president and his backers

January 16, 2025, 2:29 am

Volcanic fury: 3,000 flee as Mount Ibu erupts in Indonesia!

January 18, 2025, 3:05 pm

Middle East update: Netanyahu of Israel states Gaza ceasefire negotiations remain unfinished

January 15, 2025, 9:09 pm

Favorable weather conditions improve as LA-area wildfires see advancements in control.

January 15, 2025, 7:55 pm

Mediators announce Gaza truce and hostage agreement; Israel reports final details are uncertain.

January 15, 2025, 6:10 pm

Trudeau promises Canada will react to Trump’s tariffs, emphasizing that the impact will be distributed among various regions.

January 15, 2025, 4:57 pm

White House conducts homeland security simulation involving top Trump administration officials

January 15, 2025, 4:24 pm

Google partners with AP to provide real-time news via its Gemini AI chatbot

January 15, 2025, 3:09 pm

Trump announces Israel Hamas hostage deal before Biden

January 18, 2025, 3:03 pm

Trump and Biden each take responsibility for Gaza ceasefire agreement

January 15, 2025, 2:45 pm

Hostages free at last? Hamas and Israel agree to ceasefire

January 18, 2025, 3:05 pm

US intensifies sanctions on Russia, warning businesses collaborating with the country of potential additional penalties.

January 15, 2025, 7:38 am

Ukraine disables power grid due to Russian missile strikes

January 15, 2025, 6:13 am

South Korean officials transport impeached President Yoon to detention facility following interrogation.

January 15, 2025, 5:21 am

Counterterrorism Center official warns against US complacency in the face of rising terrorism risks

January 15, 2025, 5:14 am

Zelenskyy in Poland as deal reached on WWII massacre exhumations

January 16, 2025, 4:01 pm

India’s navy deploys submarines and warships to counter China’s influence in the Indian Ocean

January 15, 2025, 2:04 am

Bangladesh’s Supreme Court clears ex-Prime Minister Zia, allowing her to participate in upcoming elections

January 14, 2025, 10:55 pm

‘No casualties reported’: An inside view of the senior living facility evacuation prior to the LA wildfire blaze

January 14, 2025, 7:03 pm

Biden seeks to remove Cuba’s designation as a state sponsor of terrorism in exchange for prisoner release.

January 14, 2025, 5:30 pm

Tennessee’s age verification law for adult websites is approved by the court, while Texas law heads to the Supreme Court.

January 14, 2025, 2:31 pm

Greek island hotels to convert pools to seawater amid drought conditions

January 14, 2025, 9:32 am

Polish municipal leaders propose Elon Musk purchase their castle as a site for his European headquarters.

January 14, 2025, 6:51 am

Tiny airborne sparks significantly contribute to wildfire propagation

January 14, 2025, 4:15 am

Key advisor to ousted South Korean leader requests investigators to cease detention actions

January 14, 2025, 4:08 am

ICC prosecutor seeks dismissal of Israeli objections to Netanyahu arrest warrant

January 14, 2025, 3:54 am

Millions of devoted hindu kick off largest festival with spirit and tradition

January 15, 2025, 4:23 pm

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Lawyers representing fire victims claim utility may have obliterated proof regarding the origin of fatal LA-region fire.

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Colombia suspends negotiations with ELN insurgents, citing war crime allegations in northeastern area.

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 2:14 pm

Mexico and EU update trade pact just before Trump’s inauguration amid tariff concerns

Business @USLive - January 17, 2025, 1:58 pm

Blinken informs AP that Trump may not uphold Biden’s initiatives in the Middle East and Ukraine.

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 1:52 pm

Treasury imposes sanctions related to a significant telecom hack and a breach of its own network security.

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Students spearhead large-scale demonstrations in Serbia targeting the government broadcaster and the president.

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 1:34 pm

Daughter of elderly Israeli hostage seeks clarity in ceasefire agreement

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 1:27 pm

South Sudan implements nationwide nighttime curfew to address violence against Sudanese merchants.

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 1:14 pm

Bolivian magistrate issues arrest warrant for ex-President Morales in sexual assault matter

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 1:10 pm

The evolution of TikTok from a social platform for youth to a possible national security concern

Business @USLive - January 17, 2025, 1:09 pm

Potential outcomes of the agreement to suspend the Israel-Hamas conflict

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 12:45 pm

As Trump makes his comeback to the White House, Brazil showcases a legal route overlooked by the US.

Elections @USLive - January 17, 2025, 12:34 pm

Lithuania commits to increasing defense expenditure to 5-6% of GDP, highlighting concerns over Russian hostility.

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 12:33 pm

UK PM Starmer tours Auschwitz, pledges to combat antisemitism prior to security discussions in Poland

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 12:29 pm

Bolivian judge issues arrest warrant for ex-President Evo Morales for missing court appearance in sexual abuse case

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 12:06 pm

Justice Department claims Florida hotel showed bias against Arab American group following Hamas incident.

All USA Updates Minute by Minute @USLive - January 17, 2025, 11:46 am

Three attorneys representing the deceased Kremlin adversary Alexei Navalny are found guilty and receive prison sentences.

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 11:34 am

Brazilian authorities eliminate 6 suspects during crackdown on bank robbery group

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 11:18 am

Canadian FM cautions Americans about potential ‘Trump tariff tax’ amid looming 25% tariff threat.

Business @USLive - January 17, 2025, 11:08 am

Greece faces rising gender violence, prompting legal challenges against new legislation

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 11:07 am

Russia and Iran ink deal to strengthen their alliance amid Western sanctions

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Lufthansa secures 41% stake in ITA Airways, aiming for complete ownership by 2033.

Business @USLive - January 17, 2025, 10:58 am

Ohio bribery case leads to indictments of ex-utility executives.

All USA Updates Minute by Minute @USLive - January 17, 2025, 10:41 am

Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court holds talks with Syrian president in Damascus

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 10:30 am

Despite their current partnership, Russia and Iran share a complicated past.

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 9:53 am

Could Donald Trump Alter the Legal Obligation of Voice of America to Report Accurately?

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 9:53 am

Austin, the inaugural Black defense secretary, concludes his tenure overshadowed by Afghanistan yet uplifted by Ukraine

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 9:41 am

Italy’s tourism head faces trial for alleged fraudulent accounting from previous position.

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 9:14 am

Federal officials send Texas’ Harvey funding bias case to the Justice Department

All USA Updates Minute by Minute @USLive - January 17, 2025, 9:00 am

Von Allmen claims victory in home country World Cup super-G while Odermatt experiences a rare poor performance.

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 8:22 am

Former Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland aims to succeed Trudeau as Canada’s next prime minister.

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Over 1,000 Syrians have retracted their asylum requests in Cyprus, while an additional 500 have gone back to...

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South African miner recounts the traumatic experiences of those who endured long months below ground.

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Envoy states that Syrian Christians seek protection of their identity and rights in upcoming constitutional changes.

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The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court conducted a surprise visit to Damascus for discussions with Syria’s...

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Russia and Iran’s leaders formalize an extensive partnership agreement at the Kremlin

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China’s Foreign Ministry announces that Trump and Xi have a phone conversation before next week’s inauguration.

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Italian authorities review the situation of a citizen held in Venezuela without formal charges.

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Polish man sentenced to life in prison for the rape and murder of a woman who escaped from...

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A German area removes animal transport restrictions following the identification of foot-and-mouth disease.

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Israel’s Security Cabinet suggests backing a ceasefire for Gaza; proposal moves to the full Cabinet for consideration.

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Former VP Pence urges Trump to reestablish US backing for Taiwan

Business @USLive - January 17, 2025, 4:43 am

Gaza lies devastated, leaving its reconstruction prospects uncertain.

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Recent excavations in Pompeii uncover a significant 2,000-year-old private bathing facility.

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German Chancellor criticizes Musk’s backing of far-right movements in Europe as ‘totally unacceptable’

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 4:26 am

Enigmatic runway surfaces on a Yemeni island amid escalating Houthi rebel assaults in the area

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Leaders of Russia and Iran convene for discussions at the Kremlin

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Over 40 Pakistanis presumed lost at sea after migrant vessel sinks near Africa’s coastline.

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French church requests legal inquiry into Abbé Pierre amid fresh allegations of sexual abuse

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Spain reports a citizen’s abduction in North Africa

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Lithuania’s leader commits to allocating 5% to 6% of the nation’s GDP for defense initiatives beginning in 2026.

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 2:11 am

Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán asserts that US sanctions have ’empowered’ the minister affected.

Business @USLive - January 17, 2025, 1:51 am

South Korean authorities seek judicial permission to arrest ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol.

International Crisis @USLive - January 17, 2025, 12:55 am

China experiences a decline in population for the third consecutive year, presenting difficulties for its government and economy.

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A Russian court sentences three attorneys of the deceased opposition figure Alexei Navalny to prison.

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Defense attorney states that a Pakistani court has sentenced ex-Prime Minister Imran Khan to a 14-year prison term...

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Five fatalities reported in rocket and gunfire assault on aid convoy in volatile northwestern Pakistan

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An increasing number of nations, such as China, are facing challenges related to declining and aging demographics.

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Netanyahu announces agreement on Gaza hostage release achieved following last-minute hurdles.

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Meloni of Italy to utilize close relationship with Trump — but as a behind-the-scenes advisor or a hidden...

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China’s population decreases for the third consecutive year, reaching 1.408 billion.

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PM Benjamin Netanyahu announces deal finalized for the return of hostages following last-minute obstacles.

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Texas driver involved in fatal migrant smuggling incident resulting in 53 deaths admits guilt

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Vehicle crashes into anti-government demonstrators in Serbia, critically wounding a young female protester.

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