The conflict between Ukraine and Russia escalates further: • Putin recognizes the independence of pro-Russian self-proclaimed ‘people’s republics’ Donetsk and Luhansk in eastern Ukraine • Germany temporarily suspends certification of the new gas pipeline Nord Stream 2 • Putin receives the parliament’s Clears to Send Troops to Ukraine, Says He Is Ready to “Demilitarize Ukraine” • Biden announces sanctions that cut Russia off from Western funding. EU punishes Kremlin ministers, army chiefs and mouthpieces • Ukraine’s Security Council wants to declare a state of emergency and parliament allows civilians to carry weapons in self-defense
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LIVE. Zelensky: “Russia could start major war in Europe any moment” – UN Security Council convenes for emergency meeting
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