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Hard Numbers: Americans mull response, Ukrainian death toll mounts
Protesters demonstrate in support of Ukraine at the White House in Washington, DC.
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20: In a new survey, 20% of Americans say they believe Washington should not be involved in the Ukraine conflict at all. A quarter favor the US taking a major role in the conflict, and just over half say a “minor role” is right.
137: A total of 137 people were killed in the first day of fighting on Thursday after Russia invaded Ukraine, according to the Ukrainian government. This includes both civilians and soldiers.To fill the massive energy void from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, Delhi has turned once again to an old friend: Moscow.
Zimbabwe’s information minister said dozens of citizens were lured via social media by shadowy agencies promising lucrative jobs abroad, but ended up on the front lines.