Vladimir Putin has issued millions of Russian passports to Ukrainians living in occupied territories, where Russia controls a fifth of Ukraine’s land. The Kremlin has pressured Ukrainians to adopt Russian citizenship, with 3.5 million passports issued so far. The move is seen as part of Russia’s push for Russification, as fears grow that the White House may force Ukraine to cede the occupied territory to Russia in a peace deal.
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Tourists flee huge wildfire breaking out at Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh
A large gorse fire has erupted on Arthur’s Seat, a popular tourist destination in Edinburgh, prompting people to flee down the hill as smoke spreads rapidly across the city. The fire began around 4 PM on Sunday, adding to a history of at least six fire incidents in the area between 2018 and 2022. Want More Context? 🔎
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