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Biggest Russian bombardment on Ukraine yet

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The Ukrainian military says Russia launched 158 drones and missiles today

We hear from two residents in Ukraine on today's attacks and how Christmas has felt this year

Also: James Coomarasamy reflects on 2023 as told by The World Tonight archives...

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Biggest Russian bombardment on Ukraine yet: King's state visit to Germany

King's state visit to Germany

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How timely could his trip be in forging a post-Brexit relationship?

In his first state visit since becoming monarch, the King has told a banquet in Berlin the UK and Germany stand united. We hear from a senior German MP about how timely this trip could be in forging a post-Brexit relationship between the two countries.

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As tributes flood in for Paul O'Grady, we hear about his role in the LGBT community during the AIDS epidemic.

And why hundreds of priests and monks face eviction from their monastery in Kyiv over alleged pro-Russian links.

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