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Paralympics open with Russian athletes booed in ceremony

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Athletes of Russia in the parade of athletes during the opening ceremony. Pic: Reuters/Remo Casi
Athletes of Russia in the parade of athletes during the opening ceremony. Pic: Reuters/Remo Casi
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