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Debunking claims that Zelensky asked NATO for 'pre-emptive' nuclear strikes against Russia

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A speech made by President Zelensky was quickly misinterpreted by many, in a video circulating on Twitter where the Ukrainian President allegedly asks for preventative nuclear strikes against Russia. Zelensky was referring to economic 'strikes', not nuclear strikes. We tell you more in this edition of Truth or Fake. 

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