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Putin visited occupied Mariupol, a symbol of Ukrainian resistance
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Vladimir Putin visited Mariupol, a city in Ukraine under Russian control, reportedly meeting with residents and inspecting local sites.
What happened
Vladimir Putin traveled to Mariupol, reportedly meeting with residents in the city's Nevsky neighborhood and being invited to a resident's home. He also toured districts around the city by helicopter and in a car. The visit comes after the International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for Putin.
Why it matters
The visit could be seen as provocative to Ukrainians, as Mariupol has been a symbol of resistance and has seen intense fighting since Russia's invasion.
Key facts
- Putin stopped in Mariupol's Nevsky neighborhood
- He was invited to a resident's home
- Putin inspected Mariupol beach, a yacht club, and a theater building
- Putin held a meeting at the command post of the special military operation in Rostov-on-Don
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