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Now playing Next No Comment Mariupol, Ukraine's city most affected by the war Residents of Mariupol have described widespread destruction and human loss as Russian forces continue their siege of the city on Monday. 28/03/2022
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Now playing Next Ukraine Ukraine would consider referendum on staying out of NATO - Zelenskyy Ukraine's President Zelenskyy has told journalists his country could consider a referendum on staying out of NATO -- and staying neutral -- but only after Russian troops withdraw. 28/03/2022
Now playing Next Ukraine Irpin near Kyiv 'liberated' from Russian forces — Ukraine government Earlier the town's mayor made a similar claim about Irpin in the capital's northwestern suburbs, that was the scene of fierce recent fighting. 28/03/2022
Now playing Next Culture news A moment of silence, and a plea for Ukraine at Oscars "When you witness the strength and dignity of those facing such devastation, it’s impossible to not be moved by their resilience," Ukrainian-born actress Mila Kunis said. 28/03/2022