War Reparations
/ˈwɔːr ˌrɛpəˈreɪʃənz/
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- (n.) Compensation imposed by a victorious state on a defeated state for damages caused during armed conflict.
The treaty required Germany to pay war reparations to the Allied powers after World War I.
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War reparations typically arise from international agreements and are distinct from general damages or indemnities; clarity in drafting requires specifying the obligor, amount, and timeframe.
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