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Assistant Secretary of State for Conflict and Stabilization Operations Anne A. Witkowsky in discussions on June 6, 2023, during the Fifth Capital-Level Meeting of the Women, Peace, and Security Focal Points Network. (U.S. Institute of Peace Photo)

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