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Zelenskyy makes emotional appeal for EU membership
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Germany, Denmark, Netherlands pledge tanks for Ukraine
Belgium has also shown interest in participating in latest military aid.
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China criticises US for overreacting and shooting balloon down in hardening stance.
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Kiwi volunteer Andrew Bagshaw's body returned in Russia-Ukraine prisoner swap
The swap involved dozens of Russian and Ukrainian prisoners of war.
Dozens of soldiers freed in Russia-Ukraine prisoner swap
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China plays down cancelled visit over 'spy' balloon, US says second one spotted
China says neither side had announced visit; US reports 2nd balloon over Latin America.
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EU prepares more sanctions against Russia for first anniversary of war in Ukraine
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