\u201cthe root causes [of the conflict] identified by Russia must be eliminated.\u201d<\/em>\u00a0<\/p>\nHe cited, in particular, Moscow\u2019s long-standing objections to Ukraine\u2019s NATO aspirations and the ongoing crackdown on the local population\u2019s rights.<\/p>\n
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