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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announces in Warsaw that an international fundraising campaign has raised 10.1 billion euros to support people displaced in Ukraine during the Russian invasion. SOUNDBITE
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk hold a minute of silence at a joint press conference in Warsaw for the victims of Monday's deadly barrage of Russian strikes. They also sign a bilateral security deal, ahead of Zelensky's trip to the NATO summit in Washington. IMAGES
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he will offer an "unreserved" apology in parliament after the legislature publicly celebrated a Ukrainian World War II veteran who fought alongside the Nazis. "In a few moments, I will address the house in front of all Canadians, in front of Jewish people here and around the world, and Ukrainians, to offer Parliament's unreserved apologies," Trudeau tells reporters, referring to the embarrassing incident that marred a visit by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. SOUNDBITE
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau pledges Can$650 million (US$482 million) for Ukraine during a visit by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The three-year "predictable, steady support for Ukraine" would include some 50 armoured vehicles as well as training for F-16 pilots, he tells parliament. SOUNDBITE
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau welcomes Volodymyr Zelensky to the Parliament in Ottawa, where the Ukrainian leader will speak later Friday to rally more support for his country as it fights Russia's invasion. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.