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U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Nikki Haley, blamed Russia for the recent surge of violence in eastern Ukraine and warned Ukraine-related sanctions against Russia will not be lifted until Moscow returns Crimea to Kiev.

Her remarks came amid speculation over new U.S. President Donald Trump’s intentions towards Moscow.

Trump has praised Russia’s President Vladimir Putin and expressed a wish for improved relations between the two countries.

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