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Feb 5 • 04:00 UTC • 🇮🇹 Italy • Il Giornale

The centuries-old intertwining of war and the Games: the torch lights up in a shattered world

The article reflects on the persistent intersection of war and the Olympic Games throughout history, highlighting how geopolitical tensions continue to affect the spirit and organization of the Games.

#olympics #war #geopolitics #history #sports

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