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Gaza City, PalestineGaza City presents a landscape profoundly reshaped by conflict, where widespread urban destruction defines the horizon. Extensive piles of concrete rubble, fragmented building materials, and twisted rebar dominate the foreground and midground, indicating the collapse of multiple multi-story structures. Many buildings throughout the city stand as partially demolished shells, with exposed interiors, missing walls, and compromised structural integrity, their facades scarred by impact holes.

The image depicts a scene of widespread urban destruction in the city of Gaza, Palestinian Territory. The foreground and midground are dominated by extensive piles of concrete rubble, fragmented building materials, and twisted rebar, indicating the collapse of multiple multi-story structures. Numerous buildings throughout the scene exhibit severe damage; some are reduced to debris fields, while others stand as partially demolished shells with exposed interiors, missing walls, and compromised structural integrity. In the mid-distance and background, additional multi-story buildings show varying degrees of damage, ranging from partial collapse to significant external and internal destruction. A prominent, thick dark cable or wire crosses the frame diagonally from the top center towards the lower right. On the right side, a concrete building, partially damaged, features what appears to be laundry hanging from an exterior line. Small patches of green vegetation are visible emerging from the rubble in scattered areas. The sky above is clear blue with minimal scattered white clouds. No individuals are present in the depicted scene.
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Gaza, Palestinian Territory · Feb 27, 2026, 11:24 AM · 21.1k attention
From within heavily damaged structures, views reveal a devastated cityscape under a clear blue sky. Multi-story concrete buildings are reduced to skeletal remains, their upper floors collapsed inwards, with debris scattered across the ground. Thick dark cables or pipes extend diagonally across scenes of destruction, adding to the visual chaos. Yet, amidst the ruins, signs of life persist; laundry hangs from exterior lines on some damaged buildings, a stark contrast to the surrounding desolation.

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Gaza, Palestinian Territory · 15 memoriesThis image depicts a crowded open-air market in the city of Gaza, Palestinian Territory. Overhead, a canopy of white and grey tarpaulins provides shade; a 'UNICEF' logo is faintly visible on one grey section. In the foreground, a young man wearing a black baseball cap and a red shirt writes on paper behind a stall. To his left, a person in an orange and blue hooded sweatshirt is observed from behind, looking down at the stall. To his right, a bearded man in dark clothing holds a red package labeled 'TOMATOES,' while another bearded man further right examines a mobile phone. The foreground stall displays multiple clear plastic bags containing various dry goods, such as grains or legumes. Beyond these individuals, a dense gathering of predominantly adult males fills the market aisles. Additional stalls, including some with fresh green produce, extend into the background under similar temporary coverings.
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Gaza, Palestinian Territory · Feb 27, 2026, 10:49 AM

In a profound display of displacement and resilience, a dense encampment of numerous white and light-colored tents occupies a cleared area of ground. Many of these temporary shelters proudly display blue logos or markings, strongly suggesting humanitarian aid efforts are underway. These tents, varying in size and shape, are erected on sandy or dirt ground, forming a crowded, makeshift community.

The image displays a densely populated open-air market in the city of Gaza, Palestinian Territory. Overhead, a canopy of white and light grey tarpaulins provides shade, supported by a visible framework of metal beams and wood. One overhead tarpaulin segment clearly displays a "Unicef" logo. Numerous individuals, predominantly adult males, are present, navigating narrow aisles between stalls. People are dressed in casual attire including hoodies and jackets, engaging in various activities such as browsing goods, conversing, and making purchases. Market stalls exhibit a variety of items: fresh produce including large quantities of green leafy vegetables and other root vegetables on crates, packaged goods such as small containers of spices or prepared foods, and bundles of colorful-handled brooms. The scene indicates active commerce and a busy public gathering under diffused daylight.
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Gaza, Palestinian Territory · Feb 27, 2026, 10:51 AM

The image captures a severely damaged urban landscape in Gaza City, Palestinian Territory, under a clear blue sky with scattered white clouds. In the top-left foreground, a dark, damaged architectural element is visible, with four parallel rebar rods extending diagonally downwards. The lower foreground is dominated by extensive concrete rubble and debris, indicating significant structural collapse. In the midground, a large, open area functions as a makeshift camp, densely populated with numerous white temporary shelters or tents. Several individuals are present within this camp, notably near a parked white sedan and a dark vehicle in the central-left portion of the camp. Surrounding the camp, and extending into the background, are numerous multi-story concrete buildings. Many of these structures exhibit severe damage, including partial collapse, exposed internal frameworks, shattered windows, and pockmarked facades. Laundry is visible hanging from windows and balconies of a damaged building on the far left. The background consists of a dense cluster of similar urban buildings, some appearing damaged, others seemingly intact, stretching towards the horizon.
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Gaza, Palestinian Territory · Feb 27, 2026, 11:22 AM
Small, indistinct human figures are discernible moving within these encampments and along pathways amidst the rubble, navigating their new reality. The scene offers a powerful visual narrative, juxtaposing the immense architectural destruction with the crowded, temporary living structures, a stark reminder of the ongoing humanitarian crisis and the unwavering spirit of those enduring its aftermath.

The image displays an extensive scene of urban structural destruction in the city of Gaza, Palestinian Territory. The foreground is dominated by a large accumulation of pulverized concrete, twisted metal rebar, and fragmented building components, including multiple large, broken concrete slabs and columns. In the midground, several multi-story residential or commercial buildings exhibit severe damage. A building on the left has its interior structure, including floor slabs and columns, exposed due to the absence of exterior walls. A central, light-colored multi-story building features significant damage to its facade, with multiple broken windows and sections of outer walls missing. To the right, another multi-story building is partially collapsed, with its lower floors reduced to a large mound of debris and its upper structure severely compromised. Additional damaged structures are visible in the background, extending across the visible urban landscape. The overhead sky is clear blue with minimal cloud cover. No individuals are present or engaged in activity within the frame.
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Gaza, Palestinian Territory · Feb 27, 2026, 11:22 AM

The image displays an urban landscape under a clear blue sky with scattered white cumulus clouds, located in the city of Gaza, Palestinian Territory. Four dark, thin metal rods, resembling rebar, extend diagonally downwards from the upper-left corner of the frame. The lower two-thirds of the image show a dense arrangement of multi-story buildings, predominantly constructed from concrete. These structures exhibit varied states: some appear incomplete with exposed rebar, others show signs of habitation with windows and laundry hanging from balconies or rooftops. A building on the far left features solar panels on its roof structure. Several buildings appear to be in various states of disrepair or damage. Patches of green vegetation are visible between structures in the mid-ground. No individuals are present in the scene. The area is illuminated by bright daylight.
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Gaza, Palestinian Territory · Feb 27, 2026, 11:22 AM

This image presents a scene of extensive urban destruction in the City of Gaza, Palestinian Territory, viewed from an elevated perspective. The foreground partially displays a brown and white patterned fabric. The central area is dominated by substantial piles of fractured concrete slabs, twisted metal rebar, and pulverized building materials, indicative of a collapsed structure. Embedded within this debris are several black rubber tires and a green rectangular metal panel. The ground consists of disturbed earth and smaller fragments of rubble. In the mid-to-background, numerous temporary shelters, constructed from white and blue tarpaulins, are visible interspersed among partially damaged multi-story buildings. A dirt path or road extends through the scene, featuring several parked civilian vehicles and a small group of individuals standing. Laundry is observed hanging to dry near some of the temporary shelters. The environment appears dusty and is illuminated by daylight.
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Gaza, Palestinian Territory · Feb 27, 2026, 11:22 AM
The image depicts a severely damaged urban landscape in the city of Gaza, Palestinian Territory, under a clear blue sky with minimal scattered white clouds. In the midground and background, numerous multi-story concrete buildings are visible, most exhibiting extensive structural damage, including partial collapses, exposed rebar, shattered facades, and large sections reduced to skeletal frameworks. Piles of rubble and debris are scattered across the ground surrounding these damaged structures. In the foreground, a dense encampment of numerous white and light-colored tents occupies a cleared area of ground. Many of these tents display blue logos or markings, suggesting humanitarian aid. Several small, indistinct human figures are discernible within the encampment and walking on pathways amidst the rubble. On the far right, a dark-colored pickup truck is parked near debris. The overall scene shows a combination of widespread building destruction and a makeshift tent settlement.

The image depicts a wide view of a severely damaged urban landscape in the city of Gaza, Palestinian Territory, under a bright blue sky with scattered white clouds. In the middle ground, numerous multi-story concrete buildings are extensively destroyed, reduced to skeletal remains, rubble, and piles of debris. Exposed rebar and broken concrete slabs are visible across the structures. Below this devastation, occupying the entire foreground, is a densely packed encampment of temporary shelters. These shelters are primarily white or light-colored tents and tarpaulins, varying in size and shape, erected on what appears to be a sandy or dirt ground. Some tents feature darker blue or green tarps, and one distinct tent has a red-colored roof. A few indistinct human figures are faintly discernible moving amongst the tents in the encampment. The scene presents a sharp contrast between the expanse of destroyed architecture and the crowded temporary living structures.
Gaza, Palestinian Territory · Feb 27, 2026, 11:22 AM
The image depicts a scene of widespread urban destruction in the city of Gaza, Palestinian Territory. The foreground and midground are dominated by extensive piles of concrete rubble, fragmented building materials, and twisted rebar, indicating the collapse of multiple multi-story structures. Numerous buildings throughout the scene exhibit severe damage; some are reduced to debris fields, while others stand as partially demolished shells with exposed interiors, missing walls, and compromised structural integrity. In the mid-distance and background, additional multi-story buildings show varying degrees of damage, ranging from partial collapse to significant external and internal destruction. A prominent, thick dark cable or wire crosses the frame diagonally from the top center towards the lower right. On the right side, a concrete building, partially damaged, features what appears to be laundry hanging from an exterior line. Small patches of green vegetation are visible emerging from the rubble in scattered areas. The sky above is clear blue with minimal scattered white clouds. No individuals are present in the depicted scene.

This image depicts a scene of extensive urban devastation in the city of Gaza, Palestinian Territory, under a clear blue sky with scattered white cumulus clouds. The foreground on the far left shows the concrete edge of a structure, from which a dark vertical cable descends. The midground and background are dominated by multiple multi-story buildings, all exhibiting severe structural damage. Buildings feature large sections of collapsed roofs, missing walls, and exposed interiors. Windows are universally shattered or absent. Facades display widespread impact damage and dark scorch marks. One building in the center appears to have its upper floors completely collapsed inwards. A taller structure on the right exhibits a skeletal frame on its upper levels, with significant portions of its exterior walls destroyed. Debris and rubble are visible on the ground between the damaged structures. No individuals or active vehicles are present in the scene.
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Gaza, Palestinian Territory · Feb 27, 2026, 11:23 AM
This image depicts a crowded open-air market in the city of Gaza, Palestinian Territory. Overhead, a canopy of white and grey tarpaulins provides shade; a 'UNICEF' logo is faintly visible on one grey section. In the foreground, a young man wearing a black baseball cap and a red shirt writes on paper behind a stall. To his left, a person in an orange and blue hooded sweatshirt is observed from behind, looking down at the stall. To his right, a bearded man in dark clothing holds a red package labeled 'TOMATOES,' while another bearded man further right examines a mobile phone. The foreground stall displays multiple clear plastic bags containing various dry goods, such as grains or legumes. Beyond these individuals, a dense gathering of predominantly adult males fills the market aisles. Additional stalls, including some with fresh green produce, extend into the background under similar temporary coverings.

The image captures an urban landscape in the city of Gaza, Palestinian Territory, under a clear blue sky with scattered white clouds. The scene presents a severe juxtaposition of heavily damaged multi-story concrete buildings and a dense informal settlement. In the mid-ground and background, numerous multi-story concrete buildings exhibit extensive structural damage, including collapsed sections, exposed rebar, missing walls and facades, and numerous perforations. One tall building in the center-left is particularly ruined, with its internal structure and multiple floors visibly compromised. Other buildings further back also show signs of significant damage or partial destruction. In the foreground and mid-ground, an expansive, densely packed informal settlement occupies the lower half of the frame. This settlement consists of a multitude of temporary shelters, primarily constructed from white and blue tarpaulins and plastic sheeting. Several shelters display visible UN (United Nations) logos. The shelters are irregularly arranged on sandy, debris-strestrewn ground. Piles of rubble and dirt are visible between the damaged buildings and the edge of the settlement. A light-colored sedan is parked on a dirt patch near the damaged buildings on the left side of the mid-ground. No individuals are discernible within the frame.
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Gaza, Palestinian Territory · Feb 27, 2026, 11:23 AM
The image displays a densely populated open-air market in the city of Gaza, Palestinian Territory. Overhead, a canopy of white and light grey tarpaulins provides shade, supported by a visible framework of metal beams and wood. One overhead tarpaulin segment clearly displays a "Unicef" logo. Numerous individuals, predominantly adult males, are present, navigating narrow aisles between stalls. People are dressed in casual attire including hoodies and jackets, engaging in various activities such as browsing goods, conversing, and making purchases. Market stalls exhibit a variety of items: fresh produce including large quantities of green leafy vegetables and other root vegetables on crates, packaged goods such as small containers of spices or prepared foods, and bundles of colorful-handled brooms. The scene indicates active commerce and a busy public gathering under diffused daylight.

The image, captured from an elevated perspective, depicts a densely packed temporary settlement in the city of Gaza, Palestinian Territory. Numerous white and light-colored fabric tents, along with some structures incorporating blue tarpaulins, black fabric, and corrugated metal, are tightly clustered across a dry, light brown dirt ground. Several tents bear a blue and green circular logo, likely indicating an aid organization. One white flag is also visible on a pole, leaning against a tent. Scattered individuals are present within the camp, with laundry hanging near some shelters. A small solar panel is visible on one structure towards the lower left. In the foreground, a substantial pile of mixed refuse, consisting of rubble, plastic, and general debris, occupies a portion of the unpaved ground. In the background, remnants of damaged or destroyed buildings are visible. The scene is brightly illuminated by direct sunlight.
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Gaza, Palestinian Territory · Feb 27, 2026, 11:23 AM
The image captures a severely damaged urban landscape in Gaza City, Palestinian Territory, under a clear blue sky with scattered white clouds. In the top-left foreground, a dark, damaged architectural element is visible, with four parallel rebar rods extending diagonally downwards. The lower foreground is dominated by extensive concrete rubble and debris, indicating significant structural collapse. In the midground, a large, open area functions as a makeshift camp, densely populated with numerous white temporary shelters or tents. Several individuals are present within this camp, notably near a parked white sedan and a dark vehicle in the central-left portion of the camp. Surrounding the camp, and extending into the background, are numerous multi-story concrete buildings. Many of these structures exhibit severe damage, including partial collapse, exposed internal frameworks, shattered windows, and pockmarked facades. Laundry is visible hanging from windows and balconies of a damaged building on the far left. The background consists of a dense cluster of similar urban buildings, some appearing damaged, others seemingly intact, stretching towards the horizon.
An elevated perspective shows a wide area of the city of Gaza, Palestinian Territory, characterized by extensive structural damage and temporary shelters, under a clear blue sky with scattered white clouds. The scene is dominated by numerous multi-story concrete buildings in various states of disrepair, collapse, and ruin across the midground and background. Many structures exhibit exposed rebar, fractured concrete, missing facades, and signs of charring. Large accumulations of pulverized building materials and debris are visible between the damaged structures. On the right, a multi-story concrete building, appearing approximately 8-10 floors high, stands partially intact but heavily compromised with visible holes and missing sections. In the foreground, a sprawling encampment of irregular temporary shelters constructed from white and grey tarpaulins covers a significant area of rubble-strewn ground. Three individuals walk on a dirt path in the midground, situated between the tent encampment and the heavily damaged buildings.
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Gaza, Palestinian Territory · Feb 27, 2026, 11:23 AM


The image depicts a devastated urban landscape in the city of Gaza, Palestinian Territory, under a clear blue sky with scattered white clouds. The upper two-thirds of the frame are occupied by the sky, while the lower third shows the city. The midground and background are dominated by a vast expanse of heavily damaged and destroyed multi-story buildings, appearing as concrete husks, rubble piles, and exposed structural elements. Many buildings are partially collapsed, with walls missing and internal floors visible, creating a jagged horizon line of destruction. In the foreground, below the ruins, a densely packed area of makeshift shelters is visible. These structures are predominantly white, constructed from tarpaulins and other fabrics, suggesting a temporary encampment. Some shelters display hints of color, such as a striped fabric roof. No individuals are clearly discernible in the scene, which is characterized by the absence of visible activity, emphasizing the scale of the structural damage and the temporary nature of the foreground settlement.
REEMA SAMIR
Gaza, Palestinian Territory · Feb 27, 2026, 11:23 AM

The image depicts a severely damaged urban area in the City of Gaza, Palestinian Territory, under a partly cloudy blue sky. The midground and background consist of numerous multi-story concrete buildings exhibiting extensive structural damage, including collapsed sections, blown-out walls, exposed rebar, and facades pockmarked with holes consistent with impacts. Piles of debris and rubble accumulate around and between these ruined structures. In the foreground, a sprawling encampment of makeshift shelters, constructed from white, blue, and black tarpaulins, is visible amidst a field of rubble. Several shelters display the red crescent symbol. No individuals are clearly discernible within the frame.
REEMA SAMIR
Gaza, Palestinian Territory · Feb 27, 2026, 11:23 AM

The image depicts an urban landscape under a clear blue sky with scattered white cumulus clouds, identified as the city of Gaza, Palestinian Territory. The lower third of the frame shows a horizontal expanse of predominantly concrete buildings. In the immediate foreground on the left, a damaged multi-story structure is partially visible, featuring exposed rebar and concrete fragments. A dark, tattered piece of fabric, possibly a flag, with white markings, is attached to an upper section of this structure, fluttering to the left. Beyond this, a dense array of low to mid-rise buildings with flat roofs extends across the frame. Many of these structures exhibit visible damage, including broken sections and exposed interiors. Numerous black plastic water tanks are observed on the rooftops. In the distant background, a lighter blue horizontal line suggests the presence of the sea, visible above the rooftops. No people, specific actions, or explicit interactions are discernible.
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Gaza, Palestinian Territory · Feb 27, 2026, 11:23 AM

The image captures a scene of widespread urban destruction in Gaza City, Palestinian Territory, viewed from within a heavily damaged structure. The foreground is framed by the remnants of a concrete building, featuring a jagged, dark overhead beam and a fragmented vertical section on the right, both exposing rusted reinforcing steel bars. Below, a dark, flat surface, likely a damaged floor or ledge, is visible. Through this opening, a devastated cityscape unfolds under a clear blue sky with sparse clouds. In the center, a multi-story concrete building is reduced to a massive pile of rubble and skeletal structural elements, with debris scattered across the ground. A dark cable or pipe extends diagonally from the foreground into the central area of destruction. To the left, a light-colored, multi-story building stands partially intact but shows signs of damage. To the right, another multi-story concrete building exhibits significant structural damage, including large holes and exposed interior spaces; laundry, including several garments, hangs from lines or fixtures on its exterior. Its rooftop features an open, metal-framed structure, potentially enclosing utilities. No people are visible in the scene.
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Gaza, Palestinian Territory · Feb 27, 2026, 11:24 AM

The image depicts a scene of extensive urban destruction in the city of Gaza, Palestinian Territory, viewed from inside a severely damaged building. In the immediate foreground, a jagged, broken concrete ceiling or floor slab with exposed, rusted rebar hangs diagonally downwards. Below it, concrete rubble, fragmented blocks, and twisted metal are scattered across a partial floor, which also shows a segment of a patterned rug and a white-framed object, possibly a broken window pane. To the right, a vertical wooden beam supports a light-colored fabric or plastic sheet secured with fasteners, forming a partial wall. Beyond the immediate structural damage, the midground and background reveal a vast landscape of collapsed buildings reduced to piles of concrete debris and twisted rebar. Several multi-story residential or commercial buildings remain partially standing, exhibiting significant structural damage, including shattered windows, exposed interiors, and missing sections. On one of these partially intact buildings, laundry is visible hanging on clotheslines. The destruction extends into the distance under a clear, bright blue sky. No individuals are present in the visible scene.
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Gaza, Palestinian Territory · Feb 27, 2026, 11:24 AM

The image depicts a scene of structural debris and a damaged urban environment within the city of Gaza, Palestinian Territory. In the foreground and midground, a large, irregular mass of fractured grey concrete or rubble, possibly a collapsed building element, occupies the left portion of the frame. To its immediate right, a sturdy grey concrete wall or barrier with a distinct, sharp upper edge runs diagonally through the midground. The background features a multi-story building with light-colored exterior walls showing significant deterioration, including peeling paint and exposed underlying material. Two windows are visible on this building: one on the upper left featuring a metal grate, and another on the upper right, which is white-framed with internal vertical bars, covered by white curtains or blinds. A dark, mesh-like tarpaulin or shade cloth is draped over structures in the mid-background, extending horizontally across the right side. No individuals, actions, or direct interactions are observable. The environment suggests neglect or damage.
Gaza, Palestinian Territory · Feb 27, 2026, 11:25 AM

The image depicts a severely damaged street in the City of Gaza, Palestinian Territory, under a clear blue sky. The foreground and midground feature an unpaved, sandy dirt path heavily strewn with concrete fragments, rebar, and other construction debris, forming large piles along its edges. A lone male figure, seen from behind, walks away from the camera, slightly right of center, wearing a dark hooded jacket and dark pants. His shadow is cast ahead on the ground. The street is flanked by multi-story buildings, all exhibiting extensive damage consistent with shelling or explosions. The building on the left shows significant structural compromise, shattered windows, and pockmarks on its facade. Exposed utility wires crisscross overhead. The building on the right is similarly damaged, displaying numerous small circular holes on its exterior, likely from bullet or shrapnel impacts, and missing windowpanes. In front of this building, several temporary structures are erected, including white tent-like shelters. One prominent white structure features a banner with Arabic text partially visible, reading "مساعدات الإغاثة الطارئة" (Emergency Relief Aid). Another large pile of rubble is situated on the right side of the path, adjacent to these temporary structures. In the distant background, several indistinct figures are visible on the path, and more damaged buildings line the thoroughfare. The bright sunlight casts sharp shadows, indicating daytime.
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Gaza, Palestinian Territory · Feb 27, 2026, 11:27 AM

The image displays a daylight scene within a heavily damaged urban area in Gaza City, Palestinian Territory. The foreground and left side are dominated by large mounds of construction rubble, fragmented concrete, soil, and exposed rebar. A dirt road, possibly unpaved or severely damaged, traverses the mid-ground. To the right, a multi-story concrete building stands partially destroyed, exhibiting significant structural damage, including missing wall sections, exposed interiors, and shattered or absent windows. Several balconies on this building feature various items of clothing, such as shirts and blankets, hanging. The lower facade of the building displays evidence of charring and soot, indicative of fire damage. In the background, additional structures appear damaged or demolished, surrounded by further debris. The sky is clear blue with sparse white clouds. No individuals are visible in the frame. The precise street or neighborhood within Gaza City cannot be determined from the visual information.
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Gaza, Palestinian Territory · Feb 27, 2026, 11:35 AM
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