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A rift is growing within Ukraine between those who seek closer ties with Russia and those who want Ukraine to become closer to the E.U.

Hundreds of thousands of protesters gathered in the biggest show of strength yet denouncing its government's decision not to sign a trade deal with the European Union, and instead strengthening ties with Russia. A rift is growing within the country between those who seek closer ties with Russia in Ukraine, and those who want Ukraine to become closer to the E.U. Charlie D'Agata reports.

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All roads lead to an empty Rome

In 2019, more than 5.5 million Americans visited Italy, spending nearly $3 billion. But one travel industry group predicts this year may be the worst for tourism in decades – and last week the European Union extended its ban on American travelers. Correspondent Seth Doane reports on how businesses in Rome – heavily dependent upon tourism – have suffered not just from the pandemic, but also from the economic fallout due to an absence of visitors from the United States.

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Meet Brexit campaigners Led By Donkeys

This Fourth of July weekend, the country the U.S. broke away from is struggling with its own independence issues -- specifically, how to leave the European Union. Three years after the Brexit vote, Britain is no closer to agreeing to a deal. A group of four campaigners in London, Led By Donkeys, has taken it upon themselves to launch a passionate plea to remain in Europe, shining a very public spotlight on the politicians who promised Brexit would be easy. Debora Patta reports.

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