If one was unable to light a flame before Yom Tov, or if one’s flame extinguished on Yom may one ignite a flame on Yom Tov?

No.[1]

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[1] The reason: As making a spark is considered a completely new Melacha , and is similar to Tikkun Keli which was not permitted to be performed even for the sake of food. [Minchas Yitzchak ibid]

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