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Russian attack on bus kills at least 30 people near Ukraine frontline
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French high school protests continue despite PM’s promise of action – Europe live
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Ukraine accused Russia of targeting the crowded bus in the frontline city to kill as many civilians as possible.
Photos: Protests erupt after 87-year-old evicted woman dies in Madrid
Nationwide outrage grows after the death of woman whose eviction sparked protests and political tensions.