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Russia sending reinforcements to Kharkiv amid Ukrainian ‘gains’

Russian state media outlets say the country is sending reinforcements to Kharkiv amid reported intensification of the battle in the northeastern Ukrainian region. The outlets broadcast footage on Friday showing columns of tanks, support vehicles, and artillery units traveling along in Kharkiv. Kiev’s forces have alleged “major gains” there as …

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Queen Elizabeth’s death: Reaction from world leaders

Queen Elizabeth, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, and the nation’s figurehead for seven decades died on Thursday aged 96. Here is some reaction to her death: IRAQI PRESIDENT BARHAM SALIH “Queen Elizabeth will be remembered as a great icon of history who served with grace, dignity, and fortitude.” U.N. SECRETARY-GENERAL ANTONIO GUTERRES …

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‘Huge shock’: Reactions to death of Queen Elizabeth II

The queen spent more than seven decades on the throne as the United Kingdom rebuilt following the second world war. Tributes from around the world poured on Thursday after Buckingham Palace announced that Queen Elizabeth II, the world’s longest-reigning monarch and the United Kingdom’s figurehead for seven decades, had died …

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Queen Elizabeth dies at 96, ending an era for Britain

Queen Elizabeth, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, and the nation’s figurehead for seven decades, died at her home in Scotland aged 96 on Thursday. “The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon,” Buckingham Palace said in a statement. “The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will …

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