EU leaders mull sanctions against Russia
EU leaders are meeting to discuss possible sanctions against Russia if it launches an attack on Ukraine.
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Putin and Xi hail Russia-China ties
Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have held a video call to discuss bilateral relations and international affairs.
US awards diggers Silver Star war medal
The US Charge d'Affaires has awarded two Australian soldiers a top military honour for their service with American forces during the Vietnam War.