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Ukraine's Zelensky visits frontline amid rising tensions with Russia

Published Apr 08 2021 at 1:50 PM GMT
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  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday visited the country's eastern frontline after a recent surge in clashes between Ukrainian troops and Russia-backed separatists.
  • The visit came amid rising tensions, with Russian President Vladimir Putin accusing Kiev of provocative action during a phone call with German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
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  • Published Apr 8, 2021 1:50 PM GMT