Why do Russia’s latest attacks and Putin’s refusal to meet Zelensky matter from Brussels?

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• 📚 5 verified sources — De Morgen liveblog: Live - Oekraïne meldt doden door Russische aanvallen • Poetin ziet ‘geen redenen’ om Zelensky te ont · Associated Press: Zelenskyy condemns 'horrific attacks' as Russian strikes kill 12 and wound 40 in Ukraine · Associated Press: EU releases 3 billion-euro loan package for Ukraine’s recovery · The Guardian: Belgium pledges 30 F-16 fighter jets for Ukraine with near €1bn in military aid · Council of the European Union: EU sanctions against Russia explained
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