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Current events of February 23, 2015 (2015-02-23) (Monday)

Armed conflicts and attacks

War in Donbass
The Ukrainian Army says it cannot withdraw its heavy weapons from the front, as it is still under attack from rebel forces despite the ceasefire. (Reuters)

Disasters and accidents

The death toll from the weekend ferry disaster in Bangladesh rises to 70. (AP)

International relations

Death of Jennifer Laude
- The trial of United States Marine accused of murdering a transgender Filipina woman begins and triggers mass anti-American protests. (Philippine Daily Inquirer)

Law and crime

Entertainer Rolf Harris is stripped of his Order of Australia honours following recent convictions in the United Kingdom for indecent assault. (ABC News Australia)
Egyptian political activist is sentenced to five years in jail for violating a rule against organising political protests without permission. (Al-Arabiyah)

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