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Feb 24, 2022

Russia launches invasion of Ukraine, sending financial markets reeling

Russia’s invasion has begun, with fighting in the east and south of Ukraine, and explosions heard close to Kyiv. Stocks around the world have fallen.

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KYIV, UKRAINE - FEBRUARY 24: People stand around a damaged structure caused by a rocket on February 24, 2022 in Kyiv, Ukraine. Overnight, Russia began a large-scale attack on Ukraine, with explosions reported in multiple cities and far outside the restive eastern regions held by Russian-backed rebels. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)
KYIV, UKRAINE - FEBRUARY 24: People stand around a damaged structure caused by a rocket on February 24, 2022 in Kyiv, Ukraine. Overnight, Russia began a large-scale attack on Ukraine, with explosions reported in multiple cities and far outside the restive eastern regions held by Russian-backed rebels. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

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