French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday told the UN General Assembly that Russia's invasion of Ukraine harked back to an age of imperialism. "What we have witnessed since February 24 is a return to the age of imperialism and colonies. France refuses this and will work persistently for peace," he told the UN General Assembly.

Russian forces have invaded Ukraine from land, air and sea with strikes causing widespread damage. Global leaders have condemned the move and imposed sanctions.

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Russia has been hit by global sanctions following President Vladimir Putin's decision to invade Ukraine.

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Macron slams Russia's return to 'imperialism'

Miele Combi Dena Lynn. Those who would like to mimic the fight. The non-aligned by refusing to express themselves. Clearly a mistaken. The combat of the non-aligned movement is to come back for peace, they fought for peace, they fought for the sovereignty of states, for the territorial Integrity of everybody. This is the fight of a normal line. Those who are keeping silent today. Actually, are, in a way complicit with the cause of a new imperialism of a contemporary cynicism, which is trampling over the car and Order without which peace is not possible. Spasiba.

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