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Fewer than 10% of Ukraine's deep strikes penetrate Russia's air defenses. But the production of these defenses may be vulnerable to sanctions, cyber attacks and well-designed strikes against manufacturing pressure points.
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Russia’s air defense stops 90% of Ukraine’s attacks. Its supply chain is the weak link
To expose Russia, Ukraine and allies must stop air defenses before they're built.
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December 16, 2025 at 3:38 AM
Fewer than 10% of Ukraine's deep strikes penetrate Russia's air defenses. But the production of these defenses may be vulnerable to sanctions, cyber attacks and well-designed strikes against manufacturing pressure points.
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20-year sentence demanded against 65-year-old Donetsk teacher because Russia can’t imprison its real target
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20-year sentence demanded against 65-year-old Donetsk teacher because Russia can’t imprison its real target
Valentyna Zayarna is facing a huge sentence for giving shelter to a Ukrainian defender, for trying to pick up a parcel for him and, probably, because Denys Storozhuk is safely out of Russia’s reach
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December 15, 2025 at 11:38 PM
20-year sentence demanded against 65-year-old Donetsk teacher because Russia can’t imprison its real target
khpg.org/en/1608815361
khpg.org/en/1608815361
Russia hit Odesa with 300 drones and missiles over 12–14 December. The city has been without power for four days.
Schools reopened on generators. The port still operates. This is how a Russian-speaking city responds to Russia's attempt to freeze it into submission. ⤵️
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Schools reopened on generators. The port still operates. This is how a Russian-speaking city responds to Russia's attempt to freeze it into submission. ⤵️
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Four days without power: Life in Odesa after Russia’s record attack
1 million residents adapt to wartime's longest blackout
euromaidanpress.com
December 15, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Russia hit Odesa with 300 drones and missiles over 12–14 December. The city has been without power for four days.
Schools reopened on generators. The port still operates. This is how a Russian-speaking city responds to Russia's attempt to freeze it into submission. ⤵️
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Schools reopened on generators. The port still operates. This is how a Russian-speaking city responds to Russia's attempt to freeze it into submission. ⤵️
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Anna Netrebko’s return to European stages is a disgrace.
She stood with Putin, backed his war, and turned her art into propaganda.
Ukrainians are dying — and Europe rolls out the red carpet?
Every curtain rise for Netrebko is a slap in the face of justice and humanity.
Photo: London Euromaidan
She stood with Putin, backed his war, and turned her art into propaganda.
Ukrainians are dying — and Europe rolls out the red carpet?
Every curtain rise for Netrebko is a slap in the face of justice and humanity.
Photo: London Euromaidan
December 15, 2025 at 10:38 PM
Anna Netrebko’s return to European stages is a disgrace.
She stood with Putin, backed his war, and turned her art into propaganda.
Ukrainians are dying — and Europe rolls out the red carpet?
Every curtain rise for Netrebko is a slap in the face of justice and humanity.
Photo: London Euromaidan
She stood with Putin, backed his war, and turned her art into propaganda.
Ukrainians are dying — and Europe rolls out the red carpet?
Every curtain rise for Netrebko is a slap in the face of justice and humanity.
Photo: London Euromaidan
Lithuania is strengthening its defenses against a potential Russian threat by establishing a major facility on its border with Poland and Belarus
The country will build the Kapčiamestis brigade training ground to protect part of the Suwałki corridor
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The country will build the Kapčiamestis brigade training ground to protect part of the Suwałki corridor
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December 15, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Lithuania is strengthening its defenses against a potential Russian threat by establishing a major facility on its border with Poland and Belarus
The country will build the Kapčiamestis brigade training ground to protect part of the Suwałki corridor
euromaidanpress.com/2025/12/15/l...
The country will build the Kapčiamestis brigade training ground to protect part of the Suwałki corridor
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Ukraine has struck Russian oil platforms deep in “safe rear areas” of the Caspian Sea for third time in one week
Long-range drones from Alpha Special Operations Center hit a Lukoil-Nizhevolzhskneft platform at Korchagin oil and gas condensate field euromaidanpress.com/2025/12/15/t...
Long-range drones from Alpha Special Operations Center hit a Lukoil-Nizhevolzhskneft platform at Korchagin oil and gas condensate field euromaidanpress.com/2025/12/15/t...
December 15, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Ukraine has struck Russian oil platforms deep in “safe rear areas” of the Caspian Sea for third time in one week
Long-range drones from Alpha Special Operations Center hit a Lukoil-Nizhevolzhskneft platform at Korchagin oil and gas condensate field euromaidanpress.com/2025/12/15/t...
Long-range drones from Alpha Special Operations Center hit a Lukoil-Nizhevolzhskneft platform at Korchagin oil and gas condensate field euromaidanpress.com/2025/12/15/t...
Ukraine, the US did not reach compromise on territorial matters at talks in Berlin, said President Zelenskyy
The US proposes demilitarized zone in Donbas, but a lack of security guarantees could enable Russian troops to enter it and start hostilities euromaidanpress.com/2025/12/15/w...
The US proposes demilitarized zone in Donbas, but a lack of security guarantees could enable Russian troops to enter it and start hostilities euromaidanpress.com/2025/12/15/w...
December 15, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Ukraine, the US did not reach compromise on territorial matters at talks in Berlin, said President Zelenskyy
The US proposes demilitarized zone in Donbas, but a lack of security guarantees could enable Russian troops to enter it and start hostilities euromaidanpress.com/2025/12/15/w...
The US proposes demilitarized zone in Donbas, but a lack of security guarantees could enable Russian troops to enter it and start hostilities euromaidanpress.com/2025/12/15/w...
A historic moment for the Ukrainian Navy: underwater drones “Sub Sea Baby” have, for the first time in history, destroyed a Russian Project 636.3 “Varshavyanka” submarine, neutralizing its missile threat, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) reports.
December 15, 2025 at 8:38 PM
A historic moment for the Ukrainian Navy: underwater drones “Sub Sea Baby” have, for the first time in history, destroyed a Russian Project 636.3 “Varshavyanka” submarine, neutralizing its missile threat, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) reports.
For 3.5 years, Liuba Tsybulska's team has monitored Russian soldiers for Ukrainian defense agencies—and the picture is finally changing.
In 2022, money and fear kept the system running: bonuses hit 3.6 million rubles, and poor regions sent men willingly.
In 2022, money and fear kept the system running: bonuses hit 3.6 million rubles, and poor regions sent men willingly.
December 15, 2025 at 8:08 PM
For 3.5 years, Liuba Tsybulska's team has monitored Russian soldiers for Ukrainian defense agencies—and the picture is finally changing.
In 2022, money and fear kept the system running: bonuses hit 3.6 million rubles, and poor regions sent men willingly.
In 2022, money and fear kept the system running: bonuses hit 3.6 million rubles, and poor regions sent men willingly.
Belgian PM called Ukrainian victory "a fairy tale." Activists brought a blood money Christmas tree to Euroclear's doorstep.
€ 200 billion in Russian assets sit frozen in Belgium. On 18 December, the EU votes on using them for Ukraine. Belgium wants to block it.
€ 200 billion in Russian assets sit frozen in Belgium. On 18 December, the EU votes on using them for Ukraine. Belgium wants to block it.
Brussels protests target Belgium’s blocking of frozen Russian assets for Ukraine
Activists in Brussels demanded Belgium unblock €200bn in frozen Russian assets for Ukraine ahead of a crucial 18 December vote.
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December 15, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Belgian PM called Ukrainian victory "a fairy tale." Activists brought a blood money Christmas tree to Euroclear's doorstep.
€ 200 billion in Russian assets sit frozen in Belgium. On 18 December, the EU votes on using them for Ukraine. Belgium wants to block it.
€ 200 billion in Russian assets sit frozen in Belgium. On 18 December, the EU votes on using them for Ukraine. Belgium wants to block it.
Alex Kleytman, an 87-year-old Ukrainian immigrant from Odesa and Holocaust survivor, was killed during a Hanukkah festival at Bondi Beach in Sydney
He had also survived Russian terror in Siberia. He died while trying to protect his wife euromaidanpress.com/2025/12/15/h...
He had also survived Russian terror in Siberia. He died while trying to protect his wife euromaidanpress.com/2025/12/15/h...
He survived Holocaust and Soviet terror. At 87, Ukrainian immigrant was killed protecting his wife from antisemitic attack in Sydney
Hatred found him again after 80 years.
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December 15, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Alex Kleytman, an 87-year-old Ukrainian immigrant from Odesa and Holocaust survivor, was killed during a Hanukkah festival at Bondi Beach in Sydney
He had also survived Russian terror in Siberia. He died while trying to protect his wife euromaidanpress.com/2025/12/15/h...
He had also survived Russian terror in Siberia. He died while trying to protect his wife euromaidanpress.com/2025/12/15/h...
Global outrage: 50+ cities on 6 continents rallied 13-14 Dec for StopHumanSafari/SaveKherson
Russian drones hunt civilians—a pure "human safari" of terror, killing and wounding thousands.
Organizer Zarina Zabrisky: "We didn’t expect so many. This is just the beginning. We can stop this evil."
Russian drones hunt civilians—a pure "human safari" of terror, killing and wounding thousands.
Organizer Zarina Zabrisky: "We didn’t expect so many. This is just the beginning. We can stop this evil."
December 15, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Global outrage: 50+ cities on 6 continents rallied 13-14 Dec for StopHumanSafari/SaveKherson
Russian drones hunt civilians—a pure "human safari" of terror, killing and wounding thousands.
Organizer Zarina Zabrisky: "We didn’t expect so many. This is just the beginning. We can stop this evil."
Russian drones hunt civilians—a pure "human safari" of terror, killing and wounding thousands.
Organizer Zarina Zabrisky: "We didn’t expect so many. This is just the beginning. We can stop this evil."
For the first time in history, Ukrainian “Sub Sea Baby” underwater drones destroyed Russian Varshavyanka submarine, taking out its Kalibr cruise missile launchers
These missiles previously hit Ukraine’s energy infrastructure and residential buildings
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These missiles previously hit Ukraine’s energy infrastructure and residential buildings
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For first time, Ukraine’s advanced underwater drones sink $400 million Russian submarine that terrorized Ukrainian cities
"Black holes" no more.
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December 15, 2025 at 6:38 PM
For the first time in history, Ukrainian “Sub Sea Baby” underwater drones destroyed Russian Varshavyanka submarine, taking out its Kalibr cruise missile launchers
These missiles previously hit Ukraine’s energy infrastructure and residential buildings
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These missiles previously hit Ukraine’s energy infrastructure and residential buildings
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Trump says he's offering Ukraine "Article 5-style" security guarantees — sounds great, right?
There's a catch: the guarantee becomes void if Ukraine strikes Russia "without cause."
Both Washington and Moscow have already blamed Ukraine for a war Russia started.
There's a catch: the guarantee becomes void if Ukraine strikes Russia "without cause."
Both Washington and Moscow have already blamed Ukraine for a war Russia started.
December 15, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Trump says he's offering Ukraine "Article 5-style" security guarantees — sounds great, right?
There's a catch: the guarantee becomes void if Ukraine strikes Russia "without cause."
Both Washington and Moscow have already blamed Ukraine for a war Russia started.
There's a catch: the guarantee becomes void if Ukraine strikes Russia "without cause."
Both Washington and Moscow have already blamed Ukraine for a war Russia started.
ISW reports Russian forces are overstretched and can’t sustain attacks on multiple fronts. A new push on Ukraine’s Fortress Belt may drain manpower from other directions and stall the entire offensive.
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ISW: Russia’s army can’t sustain multi-pronged offensives due to manpower and equipment strain
A push toward Ukraine’s heavily fortified Fortress Belt would force Moscow to drain even more troops and equipment.
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December 15, 2025 at 5:38 PM
ISW reports Russian forces are overstretched and can’t sustain attacks on multiple fronts. A new push on Ukraine’s Fortress Belt may drain manpower from other directions and stall the entire offensive.
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Sanctioned Russians have found a new front: paperwork.
PowerShift tallies $62 62billion in ISDS claims using EU investment treaties to sue Ukraine over wartime sanctions and security decisions. Europe is learning to shield itself. Ukraine is still taking the hit.
PowerShift tallies $62 62billion in ISDS claims using EU investment treaties to sue Ukraine over wartime sanctions and security decisions. Europe is learning to shield itself. Ukraine is still taking the hit.
$62 billion in claims: sanctioned Russians hit Ukraine with a wave of lawsuits (INFOGRAPHICS)
EU protections don’t extend to Kyiv.
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December 15, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Sanctioned Russians have found a new front: paperwork.
PowerShift tallies $62 62billion in ISDS claims using EU investment treaties to sue Ukraine over wartime sanctions and security decisions. Europe is learning to shield itself. Ukraine is still taking the hit.
PowerShift tallies $62 62billion in ISDS claims using EU investment treaties to sue Ukraine over wartime sanctions and security decisions. Europe is learning to shield itself. Ukraine is still taking the hit.
Russia has deployed a new Geran drone variant capable of hunting Ukrainian aircraft and helicopters
The drone combines Soviet-era weapons with modern Western electronics, including components from the US, UK, Germany, Japan, Switzerland, and Taiwan euromaidanpress.com/2025/12/15/s...
The drone combines Soviet-era weapons with modern Western electronics, including components from the US, UK, Germany, Japan, Switzerland, and Taiwan euromaidanpress.com/2025/12/15/s...
Soviet R-30 missiles, US electronics, Chinese mesh modems: Russia’s Frankenstein drone now hunts Ukrainian aircraft
Russia combined 1970s Soviet missiles with 2020s Western electronics
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December 15, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Russia has deployed a new Geran drone variant capable of hunting Ukrainian aircraft and helicopters
The drone combines Soviet-era weapons with modern Western electronics, including components from the US, UK, Germany, Japan, Switzerland, and Taiwan euromaidanpress.com/2025/12/15/s...
The drone combines Soviet-era weapons with modern Western electronics, including components from the US, UK, Germany, Japan, Switzerland, and Taiwan euromaidanpress.com/2025/12/15/s...
While Ukraine continues to shoot down Russian aircraft, something else is happening too: jets and helicopters are crashing far from combat. Failures, fatigue, and lost specialists are pushing Russia’s air fleet toward collapse.
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Frontline report: Russia’s military air fleet is unraveling aircraft by aircraft, crew by crew
Catastrophic malfunctions are mounting across Russia’s aviation forces, with crashes, crew deaths, and systemic failures accelerating deep in the rear.
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December 15, 2025 at 3:38 PM
While Ukraine continues to shoot down Russian aircraft, something else is happening too: jets and helicopters are crashing far from combat. Failures, fatigue, and lost specialists are pushing Russia’s air fleet toward collapse.
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This winter will be colder for Russia than before, said Yevhen Dykyi, former Aidar Battalion company commander
However, Ukraine will also face a harsh time. Kyiv has struck several Russian drone assembly facilities, but many of such sites remain
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However, Ukraine will also face a harsh time. Kyiv has struck several Russian drone assembly facilities, but many of such sites remain
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“Russians will have to keep warm with love for their leader”: Ukrainian commander says this winter will hit Russia harder than ever
This winter will be colder and darker specifically for Russia.
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December 15, 2025 at 3:08 PM
This winter will be colder for Russia than before, said Yevhen Dykyi, former Aidar Battalion company commander
However, Ukraine will also face a harsh time. Kyiv has struck several Russian drone assembly facilities, but many of such sites remain
euromaidanpress.com/2025/12/15/r...
However, Ukraine will also face a harsh time. Kyiv has struck several Russian drone assembly facilities, but many of such sites remain
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Poll shows 57% of Ukrainians believe elections should take place only after final peace deal and complete end of hostilities
US President Trump previously urged Ukraine to hold elections despite the war, though it is prohibited under martial law
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US President Trump previously urged Ukraine to hold elections despite the war, though it is prohibited under martial law
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Poll shows 63% of Ukrainians support Zelenskyy, despite Trump’s election demands and Russia’s “illegitimacy” claims
Russia won't negotiate because Zelenskyy is "illegitimate." But will Russia negotiate with whoever Ukrainians elect next to not surrender?
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December 15, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Poll shows 57% of Ukrainians believe elections should take place only after final peace deal and complete end of hostilities
US President Trump previously urged Ukraine to hold elections despite the war, though it is prohibited under martial law
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US President Trump previously urged Ukraine to hold elections despite the war, though it is prohibited under martial law
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Two Norwegian built medical containers have reached Ukraine through Fritt Ukraina’s 100th delivery.
Funded by public donations, the mobile units provide emergency care near the front, helping save lives & strengthening Ukraine’s medical evacuation network.
Thank you, Norway!
Photo: Fritt Ukraina
Funded by public donations, the mobile units provide emergency care near the front, helping save lives & strengthening Ukraine’s medical evacuation network.
Thank you, Norway!
Photo: Fritt Ukraina
December 15, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Two Norwegian built medical containers have reached Ukraine through Fritt Ukraina’s 100th delivery.
Funded by public donations, the mobile units provide emergency care near the front, helping save lives & strengthening Ukraine’s medical evacuation network.
Thank you, Norway!
Photo: Fritt Ukraina
Funded by public donations, the mobile units provide emergency care near the front, helping save lives & strengthening Ukraine’s medical evacuation network.
Thank you, Norway!
Photo: Fritt Ukraina
Russia launched 5,000 drones & missiles at Ukraine's power grid in November alone — up from 2,000/month in January, WP reports. Kyiv residents now face up to 16 hours daily without electricity. Ukraine proposed energy ceasefire. Moscow rejected it.
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Russia’s 5,000 November strikes push Ukraine’s power grid toward total eastern blackout
Ukraine stands "one step from a blackout" in Kyiv as Russian forces target transmission infrastructure connecting the country's eastern and western power systems, The Washington Post reports
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December 15, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Russia launched 5,000 drones & missiles at Ukraine's power grid in November alone — up from 2,000/month in January, WP reports. Kyiv residents now face up to 16 hours daily without electricity. Ukraine proposed energy ceasefire. Moscow rejected it.
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Poland considers transferring 6 to 8 MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine before the aircraft reach the end of their operational lifespan in December, Deputy Defense Minister said. The arrangement potentially involves an exchange for Ukrainian drone technology
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Poland may transfer six to eight MiG-29 aircraft to Ukraine
Poland could exchange six to eight MiG-29 fighters reaching the end of their service life for Ukrainian drone technologies, Deputy Defense Minister Cezary Tomczyk said
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December 15, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Poland considers transferring 6 to 8 MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine before the aircraft reach the end of their operational lifespan in December, Deputy Defense Minister said. The arrangement potentially involves an exchange for Ukrainian drone technology
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Ukraine hits Belgorod's Luch power plant for the 4th time since September. Governor Gladkov confirms "serious damage to engineering infrastructure." Local outlet Pepel reports large smoke plume over the facility
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Ukrainian missiles hammer Belgorod power plant for fourth time since September
The Luch combined heat and power plant in Belgorod sustained heavy damage in an overnight Ukrainian missile attack; Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin claimed 15 drones were shot down over the Russian…
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December 15, 2025 at 12:38 PM
Ukraine hits Belgorod's Luch power plant for the 4th time since September. Governor Gladkov confirms "serious damage to engineering infrastructure." Local outlet Pepel reports large smoke plume over the facility
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Zelenskyy holds 5-hour talks with Trump envoys in Berlin — "significant progress" reported on 20-point peace plan. But Europe's $220 bn loan to Ukraine hits trouble as Italy, Belgium, Czech Republic oppose using frozen Russian assets
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Berlin talks show “progress” on Ukraine peace as EU scrambles to secure $220 bn loan
European unity faces dual threats as Italy joins Belgium in opposing a $220 billion loan plan using frozen Russian assets and territorial concessions remain disputed in peace negotiations.
euromaidanpress.com
December 15, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Zelenskyy holds 5-hour talks with Trump envoys in Berlin — "significant progress" reported on 20-point peace plan. But Europe's $220 bn loan to Ukraine hits trouble as Italy, Belgium, Czech Republic oppose using frozen Russian assets
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