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National Anthems

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Peruvian Minister of Defense Walter Astudillo and Minister of Foreign Affairs Elmer Schialer stand for the playing of the U.S. and Peruvian national anthems prior to a bilateral exchange at the Pentagon, May 5, 2025.

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