Russian invasion of Ukraine 'justified', says Myanmar junta


A border police officer speaks with people awaiting loved ones, who are fleeing violence in Ukraine, at the border crossing in Medyka, Poland, February 25, 2022. - Reuters

YANGON, Feb 25, 2022 (AFP): The Russian invasion of Ukraine is "justified" and demonstrates Moscow's position as a world power, Myanmar's junta said on Friday, backing its major ally and arms supplier.

The dawn invasion of troops and tanks accompanied by airstrikes on Ukrainian cities has sparked outrage across the world, with the United States and its allies responding with a barrage of sanctions.

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