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Ethnic group seeks autonomy in Ukraine

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Will Andy Warhol’s people survive in Ukraine?

Published: 21 March, 2009, 06:41


Andy Warhol

A small ethnic group in Western Ukraine is claiming independence or at least autonomy. They are part of a community known as Rusyns and recognised by several European countries.

 
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