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Washington has pushed Ukraine to withdraw from the 20 percent of the eastern Donetsk region that it still controls, Russia's main territorial demand.

Severe thunderstorms have hit most parts of KwaZulu-Natal, causing widespread damage and disruption.

Syria's coastal areas saw the massacre of Alawite civilians in March, with authorities accusing armed Assad supporters of sparking the violence by attacking security forces.

European capitals are especially vigilant during the end-of-year period for any violent incidents, given recent attacks and plots targeting festive or religious gatherings.

Contacted by AFP, the M23 refused to confirm or deny, either the loss of its vessels or the resumption of fighting at Makobola.