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Russia accuses Ukraine of poisoning governors in annexed provinces

FILE PHOTO: Russian President Vladimir Putin meets with Leonid Pasechnik, Moscow-installed acting leader of the Russian-controlled parts of Ukraine's Luhansk region, at the Kremlin in Moscow

Russia has claimed that governors from two annexed Ukrainian provinces were poisoned by Ukraine. These allegations come amidst escalating tensions between the two nations. The Russian side has accused Ukraine of orchestrating the poisoning of the governors in an attempt to destabilize the region.

The two governors in question are from provinces that were annexed by Russia during the crisis in Ukraine, which began in 2014. The Kremlin has pointed fingers at Ukrainian intelligence agencies, suggesting they were behind the attacks on the governors. Russia has long accused Ukraine of supporting separatist movements in the region and has alleged Ukrainian meddling in its internal affairs.

Ukraine has strongly denied these allegations, labeling them as Russian propaganda aimed at diverting attention from its own aggressive actions in the region. The Ukrainian government has called on Russia to provide evidence to support its claims and has emphasized its commitment to resolving conflicts through diplomatic means.

The poisoning incidents have further strained relations between Russia and Ukraine, adding to the ongoing tensions in the region. The international community has called for restraint and dialogue in order to prevent further escalation of the conflict. The accusations and counter-accusations between the two nations highlight the complex and volatile nature of the crisis in Ukraine and the challenges in finding a peaceful resolution.

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