Policeman killed in clashes outside Ukrainian parliamentby itnnews Monday August 31st, 2015 at 12:23 PM
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One policeman has been killed and at least 50 people have been injured in clashes outside the Ukrainian parliament in Kiev. Report by Conor Mcnally.
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Warning: video contains footage of the explosion and injured people
Injured riot police can be seen trying to flee an area outside the Ukraine parliament in Kiev, after a blast goes off on Monday. Police and protesters clash after a vote to give greater powers to separatist regions in the east of the country. During the demonstration, grenades are thrown, and an explosion is seen in the middle of the officers protecting the building. Reports suggest one person has been killed and many others are seriously injured
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