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  "publishedAt": "2026-05-20T11:12:08.000Z",
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  "textContent": "Republican Congressman Don Bacon warned that uncertainty over US commitments to NATO risks emboldening Russia, Iran, and China, arguing Washington must maintain strong alliances and military deterrence amid growing global instability.",
  "title": "'Ambiguity Is Dangerous': Don Bacon Warns Strains In Western Alliance Could Benefit Russia, Iran, And China"
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