Ukraine: Rebel Attacks Halt Weapons Pullback

Ukraine's military says it cannot begin withdrawing heavy weapons from the frontlines in the country's east in accordance with a cease-fire deal, because pro-Russian rebels are still carrying out attacks. Officials said Monday there can be no talk of withdrawing weapons as long as the attacks continue. On Sunday, both sides agreed to withdraw their heavy weapons from the frontlines. The move was seen as a positive sign for the implementation of a peace plan that has been...

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