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Some kind of settlement in Kashmir is crucial for both countries [Pakistan and India]. It's also tearing India apart with horrible atrocities in the region which is controlled by Indian armed forces.

Noam Chomsky

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Noam Chomsky
Age: 96
Born: 1928
Born: December 7
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