Australia won't block Russian tourists, but promises to empower Ukraine

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Acting Prime Minister Richard Marles says Australia will not be barring Russian tourists but insists sanctions will be targetted to individuals and the government. Mr Marles says the federal government will maintain its stance of empowering Ukraine so it can resolve the conflict with Russia on its own terms.


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