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    Russia offers ceasefire in two parts of Ukraine to allow civilians to leave

    The Russian military will observe a ceasefire in two areas of Ukraine starting Saturday to allow civilians to evacuate, Russian state media reported. There was no immediate confirmation from Ukraine.
    by The Associated Press Mar 05, 2022 2 minutes

    KYIV, Ukraine — The Russian military will observe a ceasefire in two areas of Ukraine starting Saturday to allow civilians to evacuate, Russian state media reported, but there was no immediate confirmation from Ukraine. It would be the first breakthrough in allowing civilians to escape the war.

    The Russian Defense Ministry statement said it has agreed on evacuation routes with Ukrainian forces to allow civilians to leave

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