A couple of months have gone by and the Russian invasion of Ukraine is still ongoing. Amid all the chaos and destruction. Listen in to the ordeal of a couple living off rations in the besieged port city of Mariupol.

Watch: The ordeal of a couple living off rations in the besieged port city of Mariupol

Nearly 10 weeks into its invasion of Ukraine, Russia is showing no signs of pulling back. While Russian forces continue to use their heaviest firepower on Ukraine's eastern and southern front, Moscow on Tuesday also targeted the city of Lviv. Adding to more to woes, in the latest, both men and women are being sexually abused by Russian troops.

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<p>Amid the war in Ukraine war, Russian President &nbsp;Vladimir Putin told French President Emmanuel Macron that the West should halt weapons supply to Kyiv.</p>

<p>The Russian president accussed Ukraine of not being "serious work" on ending the war.</p>

<p>"The Russian side is still open to dialogue," Putin told Macron.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, UK PM Boris Johnson while addressing the Ukraine Parliament said his country would be sending $376 million worth of military aid to the country.</p>

<p>"This is Ukraine's finest hour, that will be remembered and recounted for generations to come," Johnson told Ukraine's Parliament.</p>

<p>"The so-called irresistible force of Putin's war machine has broken on the immoveable object of Ukrainian patriotism and love of country," Johnson said echoing former prime minister Winston Churchill's wartime speech.</p>

<p><strong>Watch: Russia-Ukraine Crisis: Moscow resumes strikes on Mariupol steel plant</strong></p>

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<p>The UK had earlier said it would be sending e armoured vehicles which can fire missiles including anti-tank missiles, air defence systems and explosives.</p>

<p>The UK will also reportedly send Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to Ukraine. Reports claim Britain is also reopening its embassy in Kyiv.</p>

<p>The development comes even as Russia continues its assult in on the Azovstal steel plant with artillery and planes.</p>

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Amid the war in Ukraine war, Russian President Vladimir Putin told French President Emmanuel Macron that the West should halt weapons supply to Kyiv. The Russian president accussed Ukraine of not being "serious work" on ending the war.

Amid the war in Ukraine war, Russian President Vladimir Putin told French President Emmanuel Macron that the West should halt weapons supply to Kyiv. The Russian president accussed Ukraine of not being "serious work" on ending the war. "The Russian side is still open to dialogue," Putin told Macron. Also Read: Russia attacks Azovstal steel plant with artillery and planes Meanwhile, UK PM Boris Johnson while addressing the Ukraine Parliament said his country would be sending $376 million worth of military aid to the country. "This is Ukraine's finest hour, that will be remembered and recounted for generations to come," Johnson told Ukraine's Parliament. "The so-called irresistible force of Putin's war machine has broken on the immoveable object of Ukrainian patriotism and love of country," Johnson said echoing former prime minister Winston Churchill's wartime speech. Watch: Russia-Ukraine Crisis: Moscow resumes strikes on Mariupol steel plant The UK had earlier said it would be sending e armoured vehicles which can fire missiles including anti-tank missiles, air defence systems and explosives. The UK will also reportedly send Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to Ukraine. Reports claim Britain is also reopening its embassy in Kyiv. The development comes even as Russia continues its assult in on the Azovstal steel plant with artillery and planes. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Russia resumed its assault on the encircled Azovstal steel works in Mariupol, after a ceasefire broke down on Tuesday with some civilians trapped underground. Russian forces are hitting the Azovstal complex with airstrikes and trying to storm it.

Russia-Ukraine Crisis: Moscow resumes strikes on Mariupol steel plant

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It has been several weeks since the Russian invasion of Ukraine started, and scores of civilians have lost their lives in the conflict. Armies of both countries have been involved in intense fights since Russian troops entered Ukraine. Now, Russia offered Ukrainians evacuation from Mariupol's last redoubt. Watch this report to know all details.

Azovstal safe passage: What led to Ukrainians' evacuation from Mariupol's last redoubt

<p>An interview published on Tuesday said that Pope Francis has been asking for a meeting with Russian president Vladimir Putin in a bid to end the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. However, the interview published in Italy’s Corriere Della Sera said that he has not received any reply from Moscow.</p>

<p>The pope also criticized Patriarch Kirill of the Russian Orthodox Church for supporting Russia’s invasion in Ukraine and said that he “cannot become Putin’s altar boy”, according to the report.</p>

<p>Earlier, the pope cancelled a meeting with Patriarch Kirill set in June due to his pro-war views.</p>

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<p>The interview said that the pope’s message was “that I was willing to go to Moscow. Certainly, it was necessary for the Kremlin leader to allow an opening. We have not yet received a response and we are still insisting.”</p>

<p>&nbsp;“I fear that Putin cannot, and does not, want to have this meeting at this time. But how can you not stop so much brutality?” he added.</p>

<p>Pope Francis visited the Russian embassy towards the beginning of the conflict but this time, he has sent a clear message to Moscow about a possible communication regarding the crisis.</p>

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<p>The Russia invasion of Ukraine entered its third month,&nbsp;and a senior United States official has claimed that the Russian forces are now looking to annex the Donetsk and Luhansk regions in Ukraine.</p>

<p>The Luhansk region is already under attack and governor Serhiy Haidai confirmed that Russian forces have started shelling parts of the cities which are still under Ukrainian control, according to AFP.</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;US says Russia plans to annex Ukraine's Donetsk, Luhansk</strong></p>

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An interview published on Tuesday said that Pope Francis has been asking for a meeting with Russian president Vladimir Putin in a bid to end the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.

An interview published on Tuesday said that Pope Francis has been asking for a meeting with Russian president Vladimir Putin in a bid to end the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. However, the interview published in Italy’s Corriere Della Sera said that he has not received any reply from Moscow. The pope also criticized Patriarch Kirill of the Russian Orthodox Church for supporting Russia’s invasion in Ukraine and said that he “cannot become Putin’s altar boy”, according to the report. Earlier, the pope cancelled a meeting with Patriarch Kirill set in June due to his pro-war views. Also read | Leaked draft shows US Supreme Court will strike down abortion law: Politico The interview said that the pope’s message was “that I was willing to go to Moscow. Certainly, it was necessary for the Kremlin leader to allow an opening. We have not yet received a response and we are still insisting.” “I fear that Putin cannot, and does not, want to have this meeting at this time. But how can you not stop so much brutality?” he added. Pope Francis visited the Russian embassy towards the beginning of the conflict but this time, he has sent a clear message to Moscow about a possible communication regarding the crisis. Also read | 'We haven't seen worst': Bill Gates warns of an even more fatal COVID variant The Russia invasion of Ukraine entered its third month, and a senior United States official has claimed that the Russian forces are now looking to annex the Donetsk and Luhansk regions in Ukraine. The Luhansk region is already under attack and governor Serhiy Haidai confirmed that Russian forces have started shelling parts of the cities which are still under Ukrainian control, according to AFP. WATCH | US says Russia plans to annex Ukraine's Donetsk, Luhansk

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It has been several weeks since the Russian invasion of Ukraine started, and scores of civilians have lost their lives in the conflict. Armies of both countries have been involved in intense fights since Russian troops entered Ukraine. Now, the US says that Russia plans to annex Ukraine's Donetsk, Luhansk.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: US says Russia plans to annex Ukraine's Donetsk, Luhansk

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, the 'Ghost of Kyiv' was making the rounds because of his spectacular airborne skills as a fighter pilot. Watch this report to know more.

The legend of the Ghost of Kyiv: How the 'Ghost of Kyiv' legend was born

Russian forces have stolen grain from the areas of Ukraine they occupy, Ukraine's deputy agriculture minister said recently. However, Kremlin denied the grain theft claims. For more on this, we're joined by Maximilian Hess, Fellow, foreign policy research institute.

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<p><meta name="uuid" content="uuidhPta1oEwUxoj" /><meta charset="utf-8" />The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has shared an image of a pilot wearing a black visor and oxygen mask, who appears to be in the cockpit of his MiG-29 fighter jet.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The pilot in the image is said to be the same 'Ghost of Kyiv', the Ukrainian pilot who's assumed to be a myth. Reports claimed&nbsp;that he had shot down at least ten Russian jets during the Russia-Ukraine conflict.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Amid escalating crisis, he quickly became a symbol of resistance after the story of his bravery emerged during&nbsp;Moscow's "military operation" in Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the Facebook post, the general staff of the Ukrainian armed forces wrote, "'Hello, Russian villain, I'm coming for your soul!' – the Ghost of Kyiv."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Details, specifications of the image and identity of the pilot has not been revealed as the picture just shows a person in the cockpit of a fighter jet, with face entirely covered by a black visor and oxygen mask. 'Ghost of Kyiv' is written on the left side of the image.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The situation in Ukraine is deteriorating with each day passing with reports of multiple casualties and massive loss&nbsp;of property due to Russian shelling.</p>

<p>The conflict has also led to a refugee crisis as people are leaving&nbsp;Ukrainian cities to save their lives.&nbsp;</p>

<p>So far, Ukraine has managed to resist the Russian invasion and claimed to have killed many Russian soldiers. During the conflict, Ukraine has also said that it has shot down multiple Russian aircraft.&nbsp;</p>

<p>If intel reports are to be believed, Russia had almost 1,200 combat aircraft before hostilities began. On the other hand, Ukraine had just 124. The's no official statement on the current status and number of aircraft on both sides.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Before Russia's invasion of Ukraine, US intelligence had predicted a blistering assault by Moscow that would quickly mobilize the vast Russian air power that its military assembled in order to dominate Ukraine's skies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But so far, the world has seen Moscow acting far more delicately with its airpower, so much so that US officials can't exactly explain what's driving Russia's apparent risk-averse behaviour.&nbsp;</p>

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The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has shared an image of a pilot wearing a black visor and oxygen mask, who appears to be in the cockpit of his MiG-29 fighter jet.

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has shared an image of a pilot wearing a black visor and oxygen mask, who appears to be in the cockpit of his MiG-29 fighter jet. The pilot in the image is said to be the same 'Ghost of Kyiv', the Ukrainian pilot who's assumed to be a myth. Reports claimed that he had shot down at least ten Russian jets during the Russia-Ukraine conflict. WATCH | Ivan Fedorov, mayor of Ukrainian city abducted by Russian troops Amid escalating crisis, he quickly became a symbol of resistance after the story of his bravery emerged during Moscow's "military operation" in Ukraine. In the Facebook post, the general staff of the Ukrainian armed forces wrote, "'Hello, Russian villain, I'm coming for your soul!' – the Ghost of Kyiv." Details, specifications of the image and identity of the pilot has not been revealed as the picture just shows a person in the cockpit of a fighter jet, with face entirely covered by a black visor and oxygen mask. 'Ghost of Kyiv' is written on the left side of the image. ALSO READ | 'Prevent him from being killed or captured': Zelensky appeals to mothers of Russian soldiers The situation in Ukraine is deteriorating with each day passing with reports of multiple casualties and massive loss of property due to Russian shelling. The conflict has also led to a refugee crisis as people are leaving Ukrainian cities to save their lives. So far, Ukraine has managed to resist the Russian invasion and claimed to have killed many Russian soldiers. During the conflict, Ukraine has also said that it has shot down multiple Russian aircraft. If intel reports are to be believed, Russia had almost 1,200 combat aircraft before hostilities began. On the other hand, Ukraine had just 124. The's no official statement on the current status and number of aircraft on both sides. Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media. × Before Russia's invasion of Ukraine, US intelligence had predicted a blistering assault by Moscow that would quickly mobilize the vast Russian air power that its military assembled in order to dominate Ukraine's skies. But so far, the world has seen Moscow acting far more delicately with its airpower, so much so that US officials can't exactly explain what's driving Russia's apparent risk-averse behaviour. WATCH | WION Ground Report from Brovary: Russian forces bombarded cities across Ukraine × Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Is that 'Ghost of Kyiv'? Ukraine shares image of pilot who is 'flying for soul' of Russian 'villain'

<p>'Ghost of Kyiv', a Ukrainian fight pilot known to have shot down nearly 40 Russian fighter jets has died in battle, as per a report in The Times of London. The Ukrainian pilot who gained fame for his bravery in the wake of Russian invasion of Ukraine which started on February 24 this year.</p>

<p>The identity of 'Ghost of Kyiv' has also been revealed in the report. The Times of London reported tha Major Stepan Tarabalka.</p>

<p>Media reports say that Major Tarabalka's fighter jet was shot down on March 13 when he was tackling overwhelming number of enemy forces. Major Tarabalka's goggles and helmet are now going to be auctioned.</p>

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<p>"People call him the Ghost of Kyiv. And rightly so — this UAF ace dominates the skies over our capital and country, and has already become a nightmare for invading Russian aircrafts," tweeted official account of Ukraine government on February 22 this year, highlighting the bravery of Major Traabalka.</p>

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<p>Major Tarabalka was declared to have shot down 6 Russian fighter jets on the first day of the war.</p>

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<p>The Times reported that Stepan Tarabalka was born in Korolivka, a small village in western Ukraine. He hailed froma working class family. It was his dream to become a fighter pilot since his childhood.</p>

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'Ghost of Kyiv', a Ukrainian fight pilot known to have shot down nearly 40 Russian fighter jets has died in battle, as per a report in The Times of London. The Ukrainian pilot who gained fame for his bravery in the wake of Russian invasion of Ukraine which started on February 24 this year.

'Ghost of Kyiv', a Ukrainian fight pilot known to have shot down nearly 40 Russian fighter jets has died in battle, as per a report in The Times of London. The Ukrainian pilot who gained fame for his bravery in the wake of Russian invasion of Ukraine which started on February 24 this year. The identity of 'Ghost of Kyiv' has also been revealed in the report. The Times of London reported tha Major Stepan Tarabalka. Media reports say that Major Tarabalka's fighter jet was shot down on March 13 when he was tackling overwhelming number of enemy forces. Major Tarabalka's goggles and helmet are now going to be auctioned. Also Read | Britain says Russia using 'troll farms' to spread disinformation about the Ukraine conflict "People call him the Ghost of Kyiv. And rightly so — this UAF ace dominates the skies over our capital and country, and has already become a nightmare for invading Russian aircrafts," tweeted official account of Ukraine government on February 22 this year, highlighting the bravery of Major Traabalka. People call him the Ghost of Kyiv. And rightly so — this UAF ace dominates the skies over our capital and country, and has already become a nightmare for invading Russian aircrafts. pic.twitter.com/lngfaMN01I — Ukraine / Україна (@Ukraine) February 27, 2022 × Major Tarabalka was declared to have shot down 6 Russian fighter jets on the first day of the war. WATCH WION LIVE HERE × The Times reported that Stepan Tarabalka was born in Korolivka, a small village in western Ukraine. He hailed froma working class family. It was his dream to become a fighter pilot since his childhood. Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

'Ghost of Kyiv' killed in fighting, has shot down 40 Russian jets

A deal led by the United Nations and the International Red Cross has begun to ease the ordeal of the most destructive siege of war in Ukraine. Roughly 100 civilians were evacuated from the besieged Azovstal steel plant in eastern Ukrainian city of Mariupol.

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Hollywood acclaimed actress Angelina Jolie, who is a special envoy for the UN refugee agency visited Ukraine's Lviv and met children & displaced families. She hurriedly left a railway station amidst air-raid sirens.

Amid Russia-Ukraine tensions, Hollywood acclaimed actress Angelina Jolie meets children & displaced families

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, US house speaker Nancy Pelosi embarked on an unannounced trip to Kyiv. She met with Ukraine President Zelensky.

US House speaker Nancy Pelosi meets Ukraine President Zelensky in Kyiv

It has been several weeks since the Russian invasion of Ukraine started, and scores of civilians have lost their lives in the conflict. Armies of both countries have been involved in intense fights since Russian troops entered Ukraine. Now, Evacuation is underway in Mariupol.

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Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, the EU is all set to propose a phased ban on Russian oil. However, Hungary is expected to resist oil ban.

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Germany was long criticized for its approach to the Russian aggression in Ukraine but setting aside the geopolitical fears it finally agreed to supply heavy weapons to Ukraine. Our principal correspondent Siddhant Sibbal who is tracking Indian prime minister's visit there gets us more details.

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A report by a think tank has exposed the West's doublespeak. It suggests that the US and EU continued to import oil from Russia despite the attack on Ukraine.

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<p>Ukrainian soldiers were quoted by news agency AFP to say that a group of 20 civillians are leaving the besieged steel factory in Mariupol. The Azovstal Steelworks complex is the last pocket of Ukrainian resistance in Mariupol. Ukrainian soldiers, along with citizens are holed up inside the factory. Russia has already declared that it has control of the important port city.</p>

<p>"Twenty civilians, women and children... have been transferred to a suitable place and we hope that they will be evacuated to Zaporizhzhia, on territory controlled by Ukraine," said Sviatoslav Palamar, deputy commander of the Azov regiment. He was quoted by AFP.</p>

<p>They were still going through the rubble searching for civilians to rescue after a night of Russian bombardment there, he added, in a video posted on Telegram.</p>

<p>Earlier Saturday, a correspondent from Russia's TASS news agency reported from the city that 25 civilians -- including six children younger than 14 -- had quit the site.</p>

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"All night, the enemy artillery bombarded the site," Palamar added.</p>

<p>"The ceasefire that should have started at 6:00 am (0300 GMT) didn't start until 11:00 am. Since then, the two sides have respected it," he added.</p>

<p>"The evacuation convoy we had been expecting at 6:00 am only arrived at 6:25 pm.</p>

<p>"The Azov regiment is still clearing the rubble to get civilians out," said Palamar. "We hope this procedure will continue that we will manage to evacuate all the civilians."</p>

<p>Palamar said that they were not trying to evacuate the wounded to Ukrainian-held territory.</p>

<p>There is a maze of Soviet-era underground tunnels underneath Azovstal steelworks. Several hundred Ukrainian soldiers and civillians have taken shelter in these tunnels.</p>

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<p>Ukraine's presidency said on Friday that the evacuation of some civilians from had been planned for that day.</p>

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Ukrainian soldiers were quoted by news agency AFP to say that a group of 20 civillians are leaving the besieged steel factory in Mariupol. The Azovstal Steelworks complex is the last pocket of Ukrainian resistance in Mariupol.

Ukrainian soldiers were quoted by news agency AFP to say that a group of 20 civillians are leaving the besieged steel factory in Mariupol. The Azovstal Steelworks complex is the last pocket of Ukrainian resistance in Mariupol. Ukrainian soldiers, along with citizens are holed up inside the factory. Russia has already declared that it has control of the important port city. "Twenty civilians, women and children... have been transferred to a suitable place and we hope that they will be evacuated to Zaporizhzhia, on territory controlled by Ukraine," said Sviatoslav Palamar, deputy commander of the Azov regiment. He was quoted by AFP. They were still going through the rubble searching for civilians to rescue after a night of Russian bombardment there, he added, in a video posted on Telegram. Earlier Saturday, a correspondent from Russia's TASS news agency reported from the city that 25 civilians -- including six children younger than 14 -- had quit the site. Also Read | 'Ghost of Kyiv' killed in fighting, has shot down 40 Russian jets "All night, the enemy artillery bombarded the site," Palamar added. "The ceasefire that should have started at 6:00 am (0300 GMT) didn't start until 11:00 am. Since then, the two sides have respected it," he added. "The evacuation convoy we had been expecting at 6:00 am only arrived at 6:25 pm. "The Azov regiment is still clearing the rubble to get civilians out," said Palamar. "We hope this procedure will continue that we will manage to evacuate all the civilians." Palamar said that they were not trying to evacuate the wounded to Ukrainian-held territory. There is a maze of Soviet-era underground tunnels underneath Azovstal steelworks. Several hundred Ukrainian soldiers and civillians have taken shelter in these tunnels. WATCH WION LIVE HERE × Ukraine's presidency said on Friday that the evacuation of some civilians from had been planned for that day. (With inputs from agencies)

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The European space agency is ending cooperation with Russia on three missions to the moon. This comes as Russia continues its assault on Ukraine. On the other hand, Moscow has announced that it will be quitting the International space station.

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Russia has intensified the attacks on Ukraine and stepped up shelling in Eastern & Southern Ukraine. Zelensky vowed to rebuild the destroyed Odessa airport runway.

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Sweden has claimed that a Russian plane briefly violated its airspace on Friday. In a statement, Swedish Defence minister, Peter Hultqvist said, "It is totally unacceptable to violate Swedish airspace. This action is unprofessional."

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<p>Swedish defence officials said on Saturday that a Russian reconnaissance plane violated Sweden's airspace briefly on Friday. It is notable that Sweden is mulling to join North Atlantic Treaty Association (NATO) after Russian invasion of Ukraine.</p>

<p>"A Russian AN-30 propeller plane violated Swedish airspace on Friday evening," the Swedish defence ministry said in a statement, adding that its teams had followed the incident and photographed it.</p>

<p>The plane was flying east of Bornholm before it headed towards Swedish territory, said the ministry. Bornholm is a Danish island in the Baltic Sea.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It is totally unacceptable to violate Swedish airspace," public television SVT quoted Defence Minister Peter Hultqvist as saying.</p>

<p>"This action is unprofessional and given the general security situation very inappropriate. Swedish sovereignty must always be respected."</p>

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NATO was formed by western powers to keep a check on Russia's influence in eastern Europe. NATO has since expanded eastwards. Russia sees NATO's expansion as a move against it. Russia is fierecely opposed to NATO expansion in what it considers its backyard from the Soviet era.</p>

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<p>Even before the invasion of Ukraine, Russian President had made it clear in no uncertain terms that he was opposed to Ukraine joining NATO. Ukraine in past, has indicated willingness to join NATO.</p>

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Swedish defence officials said on Saturday that a Russian reconnaissance plane violated Sweden's airspace briefly on Friday. It is notable that Sweden is mulling to join North Atlantic Treaty Association (NATO) after Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Swedish defence officials said on Saturday that a Russian reconnaissance plane violated Sweden's airspace briefly on Friday. It is notable that Sweden is mulling to join North Atlantic Treaty Association (NATO) after Russian invasion of Ukraine. "A Russian AN-30 propeller plane violated Swedish airspace on Friday evening," the Swedish defence ministry said in a statement, adding that its teams had followed the incident and photographed it. The plane was flying east of Bornholm before it headed towards Swedish territory, said the ministry. Bornholm is a Danish island in the Baltic Sea. "It is totally unacceptable to violate Swedish airspace," public television SVT quoted Defence Minister Peter Hultqvist as saying. "This action is unprofessional and given the general security situation very inappropriate. Swedish sovereignty must always be respected." Also Read | Ukrainian army damaged 1,000 tanks, 200 aircraft, 2,500 armored vehicles of Russian forces, claims Zelensky NATO was formed by western powers to keep a check on Russia's influence in eastern Europe. NATO has since expanded eastwards. Russia sees NATO's expansion as a move against it. Russia is fierecely opposed to NATO expansion in what it considers its backyard from the Soviet era. WATCH WION LIVE HERE × Even before the invasion of Ukraine, Russian President had made it clear in no uncertain terms that he was opposed to Ukraine joining NATO. Ukraine in past, has indicated willingness to join NATO. (With inputs from agencies)

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