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Latest Developments in Ukraine: March 28

by VOA News

   For full coverage of the crisis in Ukraine, visit [1]Flashpoint
   Ukraine.

   For the latest developments of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine,
   all times EST:

   12: 20 a.m.: Actress and Ukraine native Mila Kunis made a plea to
   support Ukrainians during the Academy Awards telecast.

   "Recent global events have left many of us feeling gutted," Kunis said.
   "Yet, when you witness the strength and dignity of those facing such
   devastation, it's impossible to not be moved by their resilience. One
   cannot help but be in awe of those who find [the] strength to keep
   fighting through unimaginable darkness."

   Kunis and her husband Ashton Kutcher have raised more than $35 million
   to support humanitarian efforts in the region. They also participated
   in a video call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss
   the conflict.

   During the show other presenters made reference to the war including
   co-host Amy Schumer who called[2]the conflict a "genocide."

References

   1. https://www.voanews.com/z/6932
   2. https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2022/03/27/oscars-ukraine-celebrities-support/7186073001/