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cross-claim

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as in counterclaim

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counterclaim

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Sarkissian has filed a counterclaim against Global Ascension, Macciello and others connected to the film production company, also accusing them of fraud and breach of contract.

— Ben Wieder, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026
The counterclaims, obtained by TMZ, said the couple paid West $60,000 during the pregnancy under an agreement that addressed termination.

— Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 26 Aug. 2026

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