Man detained after Russian general's assassination

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Russia has detained an Uzbek man suspected of assassinating an army general. Russia says the suspect was recruited by Ukraine. Also: The UN warns Syria is unable to cope with large numbers of refugees returning home.

18 Dec 9AM English United Kingdom News

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