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Tensions intensify at Russia and Ukraine border

07:39 am on 20 January 2022

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Tensions between Russia and Ukraine are intensifying.

100,000 Russian troops have gathered near the border, and the White House has already warned a Russian invasion of Ukraine could happen at any point.

The US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has been in Kiev and has promised relentless US diplomatic support for Ukraine, while urging Russia to take a peaceful path.

Sarah Robson talks to Moscow correspondent Julia Chapman.