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strikeAug 5, 2026

Can deadly escalation between Russia and Ukraine be stopped?

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Can deadly escalation between Russia and Ukraine be stopped? Recent strikes in both countries show that civilians are increasingly caught in the crossfire, with world leaders urged to intervene The Ukraine war has entered a “dangerous new phase”, said Sky News’ Moscow correspondent Ivor Bennett.

Source: Will Barker; The Week UK — Read the full report

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  • Will Barker; The Week UKBy Will Barker; The Week UK

    Can deadly escalation between Russia and Ukraine be stopped? Recent strikes in both countries show that civilians are increasingly caught in the crossfire, with world leaders urged to intervene The Ukraine war has entered a “dangerous new phase”, said Sky News’ Moscow corresponde…

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