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Ukraine comes under renewed Russian attack
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The Ukrainian president has accused Russia of responding to the latest negotiations about ending the war by launching three waves of ballistic missiles. Nine people were killed and more than 30 injured across Ukraine, as homes, power facilities, shops and a medical centre were hit. The attacks came after Russia had said it was "ready in principle" to resume peace talks, and the US said an end to the war was close. Also: American media reports say the US and Israel are developing plans for renewed strikes against specific targets in Iran. How Arab parties could hold the balance of...
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This BBC podcast is supported by ads outside the UK. the world. This is the Global News Podcast from the BBC World Service. I'm Charles Haviland and at 1330 GMT on Thursday 22nd October, these are our main stories.
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