The Chemmani Mass Grave: Status, Accountability, and International Engagement as of August 2026

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Status, Accountability, and International Engagement as of August 2026

Disclaimer

This report is prepared for research, documentation, and advocacy purposes. It synthesizes publicly available information, survivor testimony, forensic findings, and diplomatic observations related to the Chemmani mass‑grave investigations. The report does not assert judicial conclusions; instead, it presents evidence‑based analysis intended to support independent international verification, legal assessment, and policy review. All references to military units, state institutions, and individuals are based on documented sources and should be evaluated within the broader context of ongoing investigations. Readers are encouraged to corroborate findings with forensic reports, court records, and international human‑rights documentation.

Editor’s Note

The Chemmani mass‑grave remains one of the most significant forensic and human‑rights sites in Sri Lanka. As of August 8, 2026, renewed international attention — including a high‑level European Union diplomatic visit — has brought global focus back to the site and its implications for accountability. This report is written at a moment when survivors, families of the disappeared, and Tamil civil‑society organizations are intensifying calls for international investigations, genocide recognition, and command responsibility. The editorial team emphasizes that the voices of victims and affected communities are central to this work. Their testimonies, resilience, and demands for truth shape the direction and purpose of this report. For readers seeking deeper context, see Tamil victim‑collective submissions and EU delegation statements.

Methodology

The research for this report follows a multi‑layered methodology designed to ensure accuracy, transparency, and evidentiary integrity.

1. Data Collection

  • Review of forensic excavation updates from court‑supervised teams.
  • Analysis of skeletal assemblage counts, trauma indicators, and stratigraphic data.
  • Examination of recovered personal artifacts and their relevance to dating and identification.
  • Compilation of diplomatic statements, including the July 2026 EU delegation visit led by Ambassador Carmen Moreno.

2. Documentary Review

  • Cross‑referencing military deployment maps, operational logs, and personnel rosters from the 512 Brigade stationed at Navatkuli.
  • Review of historical documentation from 1995–1996 re‑occupation operations.
  • Integration of NGO reports, UN human‑rights findings, and survivor testimonies.

3. Analytical Framework

  • Application of international criminal‑law standards, including command responsibility, patterns of extrajudicial execution, and post‑mortem concealment.
  • Use of comparative analysis between state narratives and forensic evidence.
  • Assessment of political, diplomatic, and legal developments affecting future accountability mechanisms.

4. Limitations

  • Restricted access to military archives and classified operational records.
  • Potential witness intimidation and fear of reprisal.
  • Incomplete forensic dating results pending laboratory verification.

For further methodological expansion, see command responsibility analysis or forensic dating techniques.

 

Background

The Chemmani mass‑grave was first publicly alleged in 1998, when a Sri Lankan soldier testified that bodies of civilians killed during the 1995–1996 military re‑occupation of Jaffna were buried in multiple locations around Chemmani. Subsequent court‑supervised excavations have uncovered over 450 skeletal remains, including infants, children, and unclad adult bodies — findings inconsistent with customary burial practices.

512 Brigade Context

The 512 Brigade, headquartered at Navatkuli, played a central role in securing the strategic corridor between Jaffna town, Kopay, and Chemmani. Under commanders such as Captain Duminda Keppetiwalana, the brigade operated checkpoints, detention points, and patrol routes overlapping with the areas where mass burials were later discovered. This proximity has made the brigade’s operational footprint a focal point in forensic and human‑rights investigations.

International Attention

The July 2026 European Union diplomatic visit marked the highest‑level international presence at the site in decades. Ambassadors from Germany, France, Italy, and the Netherlands joined the EU Ambassador to Sri Lanka, providing international oversight and signaling renewed global concern.

Sri Lankan Government Stance

The government maintains that the Chemmani burials are “war‑time anomalies” or “customary burials,” despite forensic evidence contradicting these claims. It continues to promote domestic mechanisms such as the Office on Missing Persons (OMP), which Tamil families overwhelmingly reject.

Eelam Tamil Position

Tamil victim groups, civil‑society organizations, and diaspora institutions demand:

  • International investigations, not domestic mechanisms.
  • Genocide recognition under international law.
  • Command responsibility for military units deployed in Chemmani sector.
  • Scientific dating of burial strata to establish timelines.

Other Developments

  • Ongoing forensic analysis may produce radiocarbon and OSL dating results by late 2026.
  • Increased diplomatic engagement from EU member states and UN human‑rights bodies.
  • Growing momentum for inter‑state litigation under the Genocide Convention at the International Court of Justice (ICJ).
  • Calls for a Special Tribunal for Sri Lanka gaining traction among legal experts.

Status, Accountability, and International Engagement as of August 2026

The Chemmani mass grave, located near Jaffna in northern Sri Lanka, stands as one of the most significant and contentious crime scenes to emerge from the island’s protracted civil conflict. First brought to light in the late 1990s following revelations by a Sri Lankan soldier, the site has become emblematic of the unresolved legacy of enforced disappearances, extrajudicial killings, and systematic impunity that have haunted the Tamil-majority North and East for decades 1. As of August 2026, Chemmani is the largest mass grave uncovered in Sri Lanka, with over 480 sets of human remains exhumed, including those of infants and children 1. The ongoing excavations, forensic investigations, and legal proceedings at Chemmani have drawn intense scrutiny from victims’ families, the Eelam Tamil community, civil society, and the international community, particularly in light of persistent failures to deliver truth and justice.

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the current status of the Chemmani mass grave as of August 8, 2026, with a focus on recent forensic findings, the involvement of the international community-especially the European Union’s diplomatic visit-, the Sri Lankan government’s official stance, the demands and activism of the Eelam Tamil community, and the prospects for accountability and justice. The analysis draws on a wide range of primary and secondary sources, including legal documents, forensic reports, international and domestic media coverage, NGO and UN reports, and testimonies from survivors and activists.

The Chemmani mass grave has undergone multiple phases of excavation since its rediscovery in February 2025. As of early August 2026, a total of 483 sets of human remains have been identified at the site, with 481 fully exhumed2. This makes Chemmani the largest mass grave ever uncovered in Sri Lanka, surpassing the Mannar Sathosa site, where 376 remains were found1. The third phase of excavations, which resumed after a temporary suspension due to environmental and funding delays, has been conducted under the supervision of the Jaffna Magistrate’s Court and with the participation of forensic experts, archaeologists, and judicial medical officers31.

Excavations have been marked by challenging conditions, including monsoon flooding, high temperatures, and the need for careful handling of fragile remains, particularly those of infants and children1. The process has been periodically suspended due to rainwater accumulation and logistical constraints, but resumed in April 2026 following the release of government funding and court orders3.

The forensic investigation at Chemmani has yielded a range of significant findings:

·       Infants and Children: Numerous remains of infants and young children have been uncovered, often accompanied by artefacts such as clothing, feeding bottles, toys, and beads1. On June 9, 2026, for example, seven of nine skeletal remains unearthed were identified as children, with an eighth belonging to an infant1.

·       Raincoat Child: A particularly notable discovery was the so-called “raincoat child”-the 467th set of remains-found with a raincoat, a sock, and what appeared to be a coffin. Inquiries revealed no burial records for this child at the Chemmani Sinththuppathi Hindu cemetery or at local hospitals, raising questions about the legality and circumstances of the burial2. The raincoat and associated artefacts have been placed under court custody as evidentiary material.

·       Headless and Seated Skeletons: Excavators have found remains without skulls and clusters of skeletons, including 429 skeletons reportedly found in a seated position-a detail that has intensified calls for comprehensive forensic examination and independent scrutiny2.

·       Artefacts and Trauma: The site has yielded over 100 artefacts, including sandals, schoolbags, toys, and baby bottles. Many skeletons show signs of trauma, such as fractures and evidence of execution-style killings (hands bound, blindfolds, blows to the head and chest)4. The majority of remains have been found unclothed, consistent with perpetrator testimony that victims’ clothes were burned to impede identification1.

Despite the scale of the discoveries, the process of identifying the dead-through DNA analysis and matching with missing persons’ records-has not yet begun, and families continue to await answers1.

The Chemmani investigation has incorporated several advanced forensic methods:

·       Ground-Penetrating Radar (GPR): GPR technology, imported from abroad, has been used to scan the site and identify potential burial locations based on satellite imagery and expert assessments5. This marks the first use of GPR in Sri Lankan mass grave investigations, enabling the detection of underground objects and human remains beyond the reach of traditional tools.

·       Forensic Archaeology and Anthropology: The excavation is led by Senior Professor Raj Somadeva, with the involvement of archaeology students, forensic experts, and medical professionals. The process has included careful documentation, storage, and numbering of remains, with incremental improvements in forensic procedures compared to previous investigations6.

·       Minnesota Protocol and International Standards: Civil society and clergy have called for adherence to the Minnesota Protocol on the Investigation of Potentially Unlawful Death and the Bournemouth Protocol on Mass Grave Protection and Investigation, emphasizing the need for independent, transparent, and scientifically rigorous procedures1.

·       DNA Analysis: The government has indicated plans to seek international forensic assistance for DNA identification once excavations are completed, acknowledging the limitations of local capacity for advanced genetic analysis1.

The Chemmani excavation is conducted under the supervision of the Jaffna Magistrate’s Court, which has authorized specific periods for excavation and oversees the custody of evidentiary material2. Legal representatives for families of the disappeared, including attorneys V.S. Niranjan and Ranitha Gnanarajah, have played a prominent role in court proceedings and in advocating for victim participation and international oversight2.

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has reported to the court that it has not yet established whether a crime took place at the site, seeking permission to conduct scientific testing to determine the age of the remains and requesting further expert consultations2. An expert panel, including forensic archaeologists and judicial medical officers, has been tasked with considering additional examinations, with the next court hearing scheduled for August 5, 20262.

The Chemmani mass grave investigation has attracted significant international attention, culminating in a high-profile visit by a European Union (EU) delegation on July 22, 20262. The delegation, led by EU Ambassador Carmen Moreno and including the German, French, Italian, and Dutch ambassadors, observed the court-supervised excavation process and received updates on the investigation from forensic teams and legal representatives2.

During the visit, the delegation was briefed on the discovery of the raincoat child and other notable findings. Attorney V.S. Niranjan explained the legal and forensic complexities surrounding the burial, and the delegation was encouraged to receive information from the public regarding the circumstances of the burial. Forensic archaeologist Prof. Raj Somadeva provided an overview of excavation progress and findings.

The EU visit was met with a demonstration by families of the forcibly disappeared, who staged a protest outside the excavation area demanding international justice and rejecting further domestic accountability mechanisms2. The President of the Association for Relatives of the Enforced Disappeared in the North and East, Yogarasa Kanagaranjini, presented the group’s demands to the delegation and handed over a memorandum outlining calls for truth, justice, and accountability2.

Protesters voiced strong distrust in Sri Lanka’s domestic justice system, linking their demands to broader political issues such as the removal of the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) and the conditionality of the EU’s GSP+ trade concessions. The protest unfolded under heavy police presence, underscoring the tense environment surrounding the investigation.

International NGOs have played a critical role in documenting the Chemmani case and advocating for accountability:

·       International Truth and Justice Project (ITJP): The ITJP’s July 2026 report, “Chemmani Mass Grave: ‘We are Still Searching’,” underscores Sri Lanka’s persistent failure to investigate enforced disappearances and deliver justice. The report argues that Chemmani should be treated as evidence supporting renewed criminal investigations into enforced disappearances, unlawful killings, and related international crimes, and highlights the lack of accountability for mid- and senior-ranking commanders1.

·       Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch: These organizations have repeatedly called for international oversight, protection of witnesses and forensic experts, and adherence to international standards in mass grave investigations1.

·       United Nations and Multilateral Mechanisms: The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) and the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) have monitored developments at Chemmani, with the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, visiting the site in June 2025 and emphasizing the need for closure, truth, and justice for families of the disappeared7.

The international community’s engagement has been characterized by calls for:

·       An independent international investigation into the Chemmani mass grave and other sites across the Tamil homeland1.

·       International forensic participation and technical assistance, particularly in DNA analysis and the application of the Minnesota Protocol1.

·       Legal and political reforms to ensure accountability, prevent future abuses, and guarantee non-recurrence1.

The EU delegation’s visit, while welcomed as a sign of international scrutiny, was described by some family representatives as “not satisfactory,” reflecting ongoing skepticism about the effectiveness of diplomatic engagement without concrete action2.

 

The Sri Lankan government, represented by the Ministry of Justice and National Integration, has maintained that excavation work at Chemmani is progressing successfully and that necessary funds have been allocated to complete the process89. Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara, during a site visit on June 19, 2026, emphasized the need to complete excavations quickly to ensure justice is served, and stated that the government would seek international forensic assistance for DNA identification once excavations are completed91.

The Minister has also indicated that preliminary discussions have been held with several foreign embassies regarding specialist forensic support, though no specific countries or organizations have been named9. The government’s openness to external involvement is seen as a cautious but potentially significant step toward restoring public trust in the investigation.

The CID has reported to the Jaffna Magistrate’s Court that it has not yet established whether a crime took place at the Chemmani site, arguing that further scientific testing is required to determine the age and circumstances of the remains2. The CID has requested permission to conduct additional forensic analysis and has deferred to an expert panel for recommendations on further examinations2.

This stance has been criticized by victims’ families and civil society as indicative of a broader pattern of delay and reluctance to pursue criminal investigations, despite the accumulation of substantial evidence over nearly three decades1.

Despite the scale of the Chemmani discoveries and the existence of extensive historical evidence-including perpetrator testimony, judicial records, and sworn affidavits-the government has not initiated prosecutions against mid- or senior-ranking commanders implicated in the crimes1. Instead, several officers linked to the area during the relevant period have been promoted, with some deployed as UN peacekeepers1.

The government’s position has been characterized by:

·       Emphasis on Domestic Mechanisms: Officials have argued that Sri Lanka’s criminal law is sufficient and that the investigation remains at the excavation stage, with criminal inquiries to follow only after the completion of forensic recovery1.

·       Deflection of Responsibility: The Justice Minister has suggested that families of the disappeared should come forward to identify perpetrators, placing the burden of proof on victims rather than the state1.

·       Delays and Procedural Obstruction: Funding delays, administrative hurdles, and the slow pace of forensic analysis have been cited as obstacles, though critics argue these reflect a continuing deficit in accountability rather than an absence of evidence1.

Issue

Government Position (2026)

Forensic Investigation

Excavations progressing; international forensic aid to be sought after completion of exhumations

Criminal Accountability

No prosecutions initiated; CID claims crime not yet established; focus on scientific testing

International Involvement

Preliminary discussions with foreign embassies; cautious openness to external expertise

Victim Participation

Calls for families to identify perpetrators; limited engagement with affected communities

Legal Mechanisms

Emphasis on sufficiency of domestic law; rejection of international inquiry as unnecessary at this stage

The government’s approach has been widely criticized by victims’ families, civil society, and international observers as insufficient and inconsistent with international standards for investigating mass graves and enforced disappearances10.

 

The Eelam Tamil community, particularly families of the disappeared, have been at the forefront of advocacy for truth, justice, and accountability at Chemmani. Their position is characterized by:

·       Rejection of Domestic Mechanisms: Families and associations have consistently rejected domestic accountability mechanisms, citing decades of failure to deliver justice and a lack of trust in state institutions1.

·       Demand for International Investigation: There is a strong and unified call for an independent international investigation into the Chemmani mass grave and other sites, with international forensic participation and oversight1.

·       Memorialization and Dignity: Families have emphasized the need for dignified identification, return, and burial of remains, as well as the protection of memorial sites from vandalism and erasure1.

·       Legal and Political Reforms: The community demands legal and political reforms to ensure non-recurrence, including the repeal of the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) and the establishment of effective witness protection mechanisms1.

Diaspora Tamil organizations and international solidarity campaigns have amplified calls for justice, organizing protests, rallies, and advocacy efforts in countries such as Australia, the UK, and Canada. These campaigns have pressured foreign governments to reassess their relationships with Sri Lanka and to support international accountability mechanisms.

Religious leaders, nuns, and civil society activists have staged coordinated demonstrations in Jaffna and Colombo, calling for an independent international investigation and the protection of witnesses and human rights defenders. The Justice and Peace Commission of the Diocese of Jaffna has played a prominent role, organizing peaceful marches and submitting urgent appeals to the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights.

Demand

Rationale

International investigation and oversight

Lack of trust in domestic mechanisms; history of impunity and obstruction

Truth, justice, and accountability

Families have waited decades for answers; compensation cannot substitute for justice

Victim participation and dignity

Meaningful involvement in forensic process; dignified return and burial of remains

Legal and political reforms

Repeal of PTA; effective witness protection; guarantees of non-recurrence

Memorialization and protection of sites

Recognition of suffering; prevention of erasure and vandalism

The Eelam Tamil community’s position is rooted in lived experience, collective trauma, and a determination to secure truth and justice for current and future generations10.

 

·       Completion of Excavations: The immediate priority is the completion of the current phase of excavations, with further GPR scans planned to identify any additional burial sites within and beyond the Chemmani Sinththuppathi Hindu cemetery5.

·       Advanced Forensic Analysis: There is a pressing need for advanced forensic analysis, including bomb-pulse carbon-14 dating, isotope analysis, and comprehensive DNA testing, to establish the age, identity, and cause of death of the remains9.

·       International Technical Assistance: The government has indicated willingness to seek international forensic aid, but families and civil society demand that such assistance be integrated from the outset, not delayed until after excavations are completed1.

·       Adherence to International Protocols: The process should be fully aligned with the Minnesota Protocol and the Bournemouth Protocol, ensuring transparency, independence, and scientific rigor1.

·       Concurrent Criminal Investigations: International best practice requires that forensic recovery, identification, and criminal investigations proceed in parallel, not sequentially. Delaying criminal inquiries until the end of excavations risks further prolonging impunity1.

·       Prosecutions and Command Responsibility: There is a prima facie case for the investigation and prosecution of crimes committed at Chemmani, including the application of command responsibility to mid- and senior-ranking officers named in perpetrator testimony and judicial records1.

·       International Mechanisms: In light of persistent domestic failures, families and NGOs have called for referral to international mechanisms, including the International Criminal Court, and for the application of universal jurisdiction by foreign courts10.

·       UN and Multilateral Monitoring: Continued monitoring by the OHCHR, UNHRC, and other multilateral bodies is essential to ensure evidence preservation, protection of witnesses, and progress toward accountability1.

·       International Pressure and Conditionality: The EU’s GSP+ trade concessions and other forms of international cooperation should be conditioned on demonstrable progress in accountability and human rights reforms1.

·       Victim-Centered Reparations and Memorialization: Comprehensive reparations, including psychosocial support, legal assistance, and secure memorialization, are necessary to address the cumulative harm suffered by victims’ families1.

 

·       GPR Re-Scans: A new round of GPR testing is planned to confirm whether further burial sites remain undiscovered within the Chemmani area5.

·       Expert Panel Decisions: The court-appointed expert panel is due to report on further examinations and scientific testing, with the next hearing scheduled for August 5, 20262.

·       Evidence Custody and Chain of Custody: The handling and storage of evidentiary material, including artefacts and skeletal remains, remain under court supervision, with concerns about preservation and transparency6.

·       Court Dates and Hearings: Ongoing legal proceedings at the Jaffna Magistrate’s Court will determine the next steps in the investigation and the potential for criminal prosecutions2.

·       Role of the Office on Missing Persons (OMP): The effectiveness and independence of the OMP continue to be questioned by families and civil society, with calls for its replacement by a fully independent investigative and prosecutorial body1.

·       Threats to Journalists and Witnesses: Sri Lanka remains one of the most dangerous places in the world to be a journalist, with Tamil journalists particularly at risk. Patterns of surveillance, intimidation, and harassment persist, affecting both media workers and witnesses involved in the Chemmani investigation1.

·       Information Integrity: The integrity of information and the protection of sources are critical to ensuring accurate reporting and the safety of those involved in the investigation1.

The Chemmani mass grave investigation bears striking parallels to other mass-grave contexts where state denial and delayed accountability have entrenched impunity and prolonged victim suffering. Notable examples include:

·       Matale Mass Grave (Sri Lanka): Despite the discovery of 154 remains, justice has yet to be delivered, underscoring the challenges of accountability in Sri Lanka.

·       International Cases: Argentina’s “disappeared” cases, Bosnia and Herzegovina’s post-Srebrenica graves, Guatemala’s counter-insurgency mass burials, and Peru’s conflict-era disappearances all demonstrate that early obstruction and denial by state authorities can delay truth-recovery and exacerbate harm, while later breakthroughs-driven by forensic science, judicial independence, and sustained international pressure-can make accountability possible even decades after the crimes1.

Stakeholder/Entity

Position on Chemmani Investigation (2026)

Key Actions/Developments

Sri Lankan Government

Emphasizes domestic mechanisms; cautious openness to international forensic aid; slow on prosecutions

Funding excavations; preliminary talks with embassies; no prosecutions of senior officers

CID

Claims crime not yet established; requests further scientific testing

Reports to court; defers to expert panel

Eelam Tamil Community

Rejects domestic mechanisms; demands international investigation and oversight; calls for legal reforms

Protests, memoranda, international advocacy, diaspora activism

International NGOs (ITJP, HRW, Amnesty)

Demand international oversight, adherence to Minnesota Protocol, prosecution of those responsible, and protection for witnesses

Reports, advocacy, technical recommendations, engagement with UN mechanisms

European Union

Diplomatic visit; observes excavation; receives demands from families; links GSP+ to human rights progress

Delegation visit; engagement with government and civil society

United Nations (OHCHR, UNHRC)

Monitors investigation; calls for truth, justice, and accountability; supports international standards

High Commissioner visit; ongoing reporting; support for international inquiry

Office on Missing Persons (OMP)

Criticized for lack of independence and effectiveness; focus on administrative closure of cases

Limited engagement with families; questioned by civil society

Forensic Experts/Academics

Lead excavation and scientific analysis; advocate for advanced methods and international collaboration

GPR scans, forensic archaeology, expert panel participation

Media and Journalists

Report on developments; face risks of intimidation and violence

Onsite coverage, investigative journalism, exposure of threats and obstruction

The Chemmani mass grave investigation, as of August 2026, stands at a critical juncture. The excavation has uncovered over 480 sets of human remains, including infants and children, making Chemmani the largest mass grave in Sri Lanka and a powerful symbol of the unresolved legacy of enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings during the civil war1. Despite the accumulation of substantial forensic and testimonial evidence, the process of identification, accountability, and justice remains stalled by procedural delays, limited technical capacity, and a persistent deficit of political will1.

The international community’s engagement, exemplified by the recent EU diplomatic visit and ongoing UN monitoring, has brought renewed scrutiny and pressure for credible action. However, families of the disappeared, the Eelam Tamil community, and civil society continue to reject domestic mechanisms and demand an independent international investigation, meaningful victim participation, and comprehensive legal and political reforms1.

The Sri Lankan government’s cautious openness to international forensic assistance, while a potential step forward, is undermined by its reluctance to initiate criminal prosecutions and its tendency to deflect responsibility onto victims’ families. The CID’s investigative posture, focused on scientific testing rather than criminal inquiry, further delays the pursuit of justice2.

Looking ahead, the next steps must prioritize the completion of excavations, advanced forensic analysis with international technical assistance, concurrent criminal investigations, and the protection of witnesses and journalists. International pressure, conditionality, and sustained monitoring are essential to ensure that Chemmani does not become another cycle of exposure without accountability. The lessons of comparative cases worldwide underscore that denial and delay only deepen trauma and division, while credible investigations and victim-centered justice are indispensable for reconciliation and non-recurrence1.

Chemmani remains not only a site of past atrocity but a continuing test of Sri Lanka’s commitment to truth, justice, and accountability. Until the state confronts the truth openly, holds perpetrators accountable at all levels, and centers victims’ rights in its response, the suffering of families will persist-and the state’s responsibility under international law will continue to accrue1.

 

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     In solidarity,

     Wimal Navaratnam

     Human Rights Defender |Independent Researcher | ABC Tamil Oli              (ECOSOC)

      Email: tamilolicanada@gmail.com



Intended audience and use Audience: Policymakers, international legal bodies, human rights investigators, forensic researchers, advocacy organizations, and affected communities. 

Use: Executive Summary and timeline for rapid briefing; consolidated legal framework for legal assessment; appendices for source verification and methodological transparency.



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