Live: Ukraine announces fast-track NATO bid as Russia annexes four regions
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said his country was formally applying for fast-track NATO membership in a video statement released Friday shortly after Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree incorporating four Ukrainian regions into Russia. The annexation, following discredited referendums, has not been recognised by the international community. Read our live blog for updates and analysis. All times are Paris time (GMT+2).

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