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What is the latest on the war in Ukraine?

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Ukraine continues to face heavy fighting, with over a million civilians needing evacuation from frontline areas. Recent Ukrainian attacks have disrupted Russian oil supplies to Hungary and Slovakia. Security guarantees for Ukraine are a major focus in international talks, with Western leaders pledging more aid and support. Peace talks remain stalled, and both sides have intensified strikes on infrastructure.

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Zelenskiy leads Ukraine's Independence Day alongside Canadian PM

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  • Zelensky and Canadian PM Carney led Ukraine's independence day celebrations.
  • Carney pledged continued support and announced over $722 million in military aid. 19s
  • Ukraine and Canada signed a drone co-production agreement. 44s
  • U.S. envoy Keith Kellogg attended and was honoured by Zelensky. 56s
  • Zelensky said Ukraine uses domestically produced long-range weapons amid reports of U.S. restrictions. 1m 40s
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Zelenskiy leads Ukraine's Independence Day alongside Canadian PM
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Reuters
11 hours ago
Zelenskiy leads Ukraine's Independence Day alongside Canadian PM

President Zelensky led Independence Day celebrations with Canadian PM Carney, who pledged ongoing support and highlighted the importance of deterring Russian aggression.

Carney in Kyiv pledges support, possibly troops for Ukraine
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CBC News
21 hours ago
Carney in Kyiv pledges support, possibly troops for Ukraine

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney reaffirmed a $2 billion aid package for Ukraine and said Canada may consider sending troops if a ceasefire is achieved, though prospects for a truce are dim.

Ukraine marks its Independence Day as war with Russia continues
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CBS News
1 day ago
Ukraine marks its Independence Day as war with Russia continues

Ukraine celebrated its independence anniversary amid ongoing hostilities, with world leaders pledging support and Russia launching intense missile barrages.

Ukraine marks 4th Independence Day since Russia's invasion
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DW News
1 day ago
Ukraine marks 4th Independence Day since Russia's invasion

Ukraine marked its fourth Independence Day since the invasion, with President Zelensky emphasizing the nation's determination to maintain freedom despite ongoing attacks and diplomatic challenges.

Security guarantees for Ukraine take center stage in Washington talks
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Africanews
2 days ago
Security guarantees for Ukraine take center stage in Washington talks

High-level talks in Washington focused on security guarantees for Ukraine, with U.S. and European leaders coordinating efforts to support Ukraine and deter Russian aggression.

Hopes dim for Putin-Zelensky peace summit
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France 24
3 days ago
Hopes dim for Putin-Zelensky peace summit

Prospects for a peace summit between Putin and Zelensky remain uncertain, with Zelensky stating that Russia does not appear interested in ending the war or engaging in direct talks.

Over a million in Ukraine require evacuation from frontline areas
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Euronews
3 days ago
Over a million in Ukraine require evacuation from frontline areas

Ukrainian officials report over a million people, including 84,000 children, need evacuation from frontline areas due to ongoing Russian advances and shelling.

Ukrainian attack suspends Russian oil flows to Hungary, Slovakia
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Reuters
3 days ago
Ukrainian attack suspends Russian oil flows to Hungary, Slovakia

A Ukrainian strike on a Russian oil facility suspended oil supplies to Hungary and Slovakia, marking the second such disruption in a week amid escalating attacks on energy infrastructure.

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