For context: Kherson sits on the frontline in the south of Ukraine, as shown in the map above. The city was liberated by Ukrainian troops during a counteroffensive in late 2022.

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But Fico said that the halt from Ukraine has cost his country €500m (£418m) in transit fees and €1bn (£838m) in higher gas prices. 14:30:01 Latest battlefield maps: A closer look ...