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Russia's decree heightens Ukraine tension

Russian President Vladimir Putin in May 2021.

Russian President Vladimir Putin. Source: AAP

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree with Russia recognising two breakaway regions in eastern Ukraine as independent entities, sparking concern about the potential for a war.


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Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree with Russia recognising two breakaway regions in eastern Ukraine as independent entities, sparking concern about the potential for a war.



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