Daily Express - Negotiate? No, we’ll fight Putin to last man

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The Daily Express turns its attention to the war in Ukraine. The Ukrainian ambassador to the UK, Vadym Prystaiko, insists his countrymen would fight to the last man before they entered into any negotiation from a position of weakness, the paper reports.

The paper also reports on travel delays disrupting Easter weekend and ponders if Prince Harry will return to the UK for the King’s coronation.

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Two men were rescued from a hydropower tunnel in Nepal after being trapped for nine days following devastating floods. The rescue operation concluded successfully, with both individuals located and pulled from the site. This incident has gained significant media attention due to the dramatic circumstances of their entrapment.
The BBC emphasised the ongoing rescue efforts, stating: “Nepal rescuers try to reach dozens trapped in tunnel after two found alive.” In contrast, The New York Times focused on the outcome, reporting: “9 Days After Flood, Two Men Are Pulled Alive From Mud-Filled Tunnels in Nepal.” This reflects differing emphases on the rescue process versus the successful result of locating the trapped individuals.
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