A new tandem coupling approach to synthesize 2-alkynyl indoles and benzofurans is described. This reaction utilizes easily accessible gem-dibromovinyl substrates and terminal alkynes and proceeds via Pd/C- and CuI-catalyzed tandem Ullman/Sonogashira couplings.
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