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Russia-Ukraine war: Key things to know about the conflict
Russian forces were pounding Ukrainian cities in a bombardment that deepened the war's humanitarian crisis as the countries kept open a narrow diplomatic channel with more planned talks. Shortly before dawn Tuesday, large explosions thundered across Kyiv as Russia pressed its advance on multiple fronts. Here are some key things to know about the conflict.
Ukraine sees room for compromise, as 20,000 escape Mariupol
Ukraine says it sees possible room for compromise in talks with Russia. Meanwhile, Moscow’s forces have stepped up their bombardment of Kyiv, and an estimated 20,000 civilians have fled the desperately encircled city of Mariupol by way of a humanitarian corridor. 
The war in Ukraine and learning from Minnesotans who survived past wars
What can we learn about the effects of the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Ukraine from Minnesotans who fled war and torture? Guest host Chris Farrell speaks with a Ukrainian in Minnesota watching as the war destroys his homeland, the president of Refugees International and two therapists who help people recover from the trauma of war.
Russia keeps up attacks in Ukraine as two sides hold talks
Ukrainian presidential aide Mykhailo Podolyak tweeted a photo of the two sides meeting by video link on Monday but said the talks had ended for the day and would resume Tuesday. 
Russia strikes near Ukraine's capital; mosque reported hit
Mariupol has seen some of the greatest misery from Russia’s war in Ukraine as unceasing barrages have thwarted repeated attempts to bring in food and water, evacuate trapped civilians and bury the dead.