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Breaking News: Russia's Recent Actions Spark International Concern

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Russia is making headlines with major attacks and declarations of war. Find out the latest updates here!

In recent news, Russia has been at the center of attention due to a series of shocking events. From a deadly raid at a concert hall near Moscow, where gunmen killed 40 and injured over 100, to the Kremlin declaring a 'state of war' in Ukraine for the first time, tensions are escalating. Not stopping there, Russia vetoed a US-proposed ceasefire resolution for Gaza, further straining international relations. The country launched a massive attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, leaving over a million people without power.

However, the most alarming development came when the Kremlin officially declared the invasion of Ukraine as a 'war' after initially terming it a 'special military operation'. This dramatic shift in language has heightened concerns globally. The ongoing conflicts have raised questions about the extent of Russia's military actions and the impact on neighboring countries. As the situation unfolds, world leaders are monitoring the events closely, with fears of further escalation gripping the international community.

In a surprising move, both Russia and China have opposed UN resolutions related to the conflicts, highlighting the complexity of diplomatic efforts in the region. The vetoing of crucial ceasefire proposals underscores the challenges in achieving peace amidst escalating tensions. The impact of these decisions reverberates across the globe, emphasizing the need for swift and effective diplomatic resolutions.

As tensions continue to mount, the world watches anxiously to see how the situation will unfold. The recent actions by Russia have sparked a wave of global concern, drawing attention to the complexities of international relations and the urgent need for diplomatic solutions. The events unfolding in Eastern Europe have far-reaching consequences, impacting not only the immediate region but also shaping the dynamics of global politics.

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Major attacks inside Russia (Reuters India)

At least 40 people were killed and more than 100 injured when gunmen dressed in camouflage opened fire with automatic weapons at a concert hall near Moscow ...

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Russia says 40 dead, 145 injured in concert hall raid, Islamic State ... (The Washington Post)

Russian officials say that at least 40 people have been killed and over 100 have been injured by assailants who have burst into a large concert hall and ...

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Russia is in a 'state of war' in Ukraine, Kremlin says for the first time (Aljazeera.com)

The Kremlin has for two years referred to its invasion of Ukraine as a 'special military operation', not a war.

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France tries to break UN Gaza stalemate after Russia, China ... (POLITICO.eu)

Emmanuel Macron jumps in after Washington slammed Beijing and Moscow for “cynical” and “petty” move.

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Russia declares invasion of Ukraine a 'war' (Financial Times)

“Yes, it started as a special military operation,” Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said in an interview with Russian newspaper Argumenty i Fakty, published on ...

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Russia and China veto US proposal for Gaza ceasefire at the UN (Euronews)

Russia and China have vetoed a US-proposed resolution in the UN Security Council that called for a ceasefire in Gaza tied to a hostage agreement.

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Russia launches likely largest-ever attack on Ukraine's energy ... (CNN)

Russia launched one of its biggest missile and drone barrages on Ukraine's energy infrastructure since the start of its full-scale invasion more than two ...

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Kremlin, in change of language, says Russia is 'at war' due to West's ... (Reuters)

He made his comments five days after President Vladimir Putin was re-elected for six more years and after what Kyiv said was Russia's largest air strike on ...

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Russia targets Ukraine's power facilities with wave of missiles, drones (Aljazeera.com)

Attacks leave more than one million people without power as Zelenskyy renews pleas for Western air defence systems.

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Russia targets Ukraine's energy infrastructure in major strike (Financial Times)

Zelenskyy chides west over 'indecision' and 'delays' in providing critical military assistance to Kyiv.

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Israel's war on Gaza updates: Russia, China veto US resolution on ... (Aljazeera.com)

US resolution 'an effective green light for Israel to mount a military operation in Rafah', says Russian envoy.

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US has intelligence confirming Islamic State responsibility for Russia ... (Reuters.com)

The United States has intelligence confirming Islamic State's claim of responsibility for a deadly shooting at a concert near Moscow, two U.S. officials ...

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Russia says 40 killed and more than 100 wounded in attack on ... (Africanews English)

Several gunmen burst into a large concert hall on the edge of Moscow on Friday and sprayed the crowd with automatic gunfire, killing at least 40 people, ...

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Gaza war: China, Russia veto US resolution | Africanews (Africanews English)

Despite mounting atrocities in Gaza, the U.N Security Council remains deadlocked. Russia and China on Friday (Mar. 22) vetoed a U.S.-sponsored resolution.

Russia, China veto US-led UN resolution on Gaza ceasefire (swissinfo.ch)

(Reuters) -The United Nations Security Council on Friday turned down a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and an Israel-Hamas hostage deal ...

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