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Ukraine: Kiev ablaze as protesters and police battle for Maidan
Fiery skirmishes raged on Kiev's Independence Square late on Tuesday as protesters clashed with state security forces who are attempting to disperse the crowds.There are reportedly 20,000 people gathered on Independence Square, many of them stationed behind barricades. Riot police are reportedly on the offensive, throwing stun grenades and spraying tear gas. Rioters are responding with Molotov cocktails. The sound of gunshots can also be heard.
At least 18 people are reported to have been killed as a result of Tuesday's violence, including 11 protesters and 7 police officers. Hundreds more have been injured in the clashes.
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