Ukrainian is the dominant language in Western Ukraine and in Central Ukraine, while Russian is the dominant language in the cities of Eastern Ukraine and Southern Ukraine.

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2 days ago · Geographical and historical treatment of Ukraine, including maps and statistics as well as a survey of its people, economy, and government. Ukraine is located in eastern Europe …

3 days ago · Since the beginning of the day, there have been 71 combat engagements between Ukraine’s Defense Forces and Russian troops, with fighting ongoing in five sectors of the front.

1 day ago · Ukraine war latest: Kremlin threatens foreign fighters in Ukraine after Moscow's fighters 'hear them on frontline' The Kremlin claims its troops are constantly hearing foreigners …

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