Ukraine tensions: Russia begins military drills with Belarus
Craig TaylorThe US has called the 10-day drills an “escalatory” action amid tensions over Ukraine. BBC News – Europe
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Ukraine crisis: Macron says Putin pledges no new Ukraine escalation
The French president tells reporters that the Russian leader gave him assurances in talks in Moscow. BBC News – Europe
Ukraine crisis: Macron says a deal to avoid war is within reach
France’s leader calls for a “new balance” to protect European states while affording Russia respect. BBC News – Europe
Emir Abdelkader: French sculpture of Algerian hero vandalised
Vandals damage the depiction of Emir Abdelkader, once ‘France’s worst enemy’, before its inauguration. BBC News – Europe
China joins Russia in opposing Nato expansion
Moscow and Beijing release a statement showcasing agreement on a wide range of geopolitical issues. BBC News – Europe
Ukraine tensions: Russia condemns destructive US troop increase in Europe
Extra US troops will go to Poland, Romania and Germany amid fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine. BBC News – Europe