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Western frustration fuels Wexit separatist movementYears of recession and frustration with federal government policies are fuelling western Canadian separatist sentiments. The Wexit group is pushing for independence from Canada.PoliticsDec 9, 2019
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Separatist sentiment in Alberta, Saskatchewan at ‘historic’ highs: Ipsos pollThe idea of western Canada splitting from the rest of the country raised its head after the Oct. 21 federal election.CanadaNov 5, 2019
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New Alberta separation group meets in Calgary: ‘It’s time to take control’Wexit Alberta feels the way Confederation is set up favours the east over the west — politically and economically.CanadaAug 10, 2019
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Ukraine, rebels start pulling back heavy weaponsUkrainian forces and separatist fighters both announced Thursday they are pulling back heavy weapons from the front line in eastern Ukraine.WorldFeb 26, 2015
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Civilians flee Ukraine town as artillery duels intensify, services failDebaltseve has been without power, water and gas for at least 10 days, prompting many to flee from an artillery duel between government and Russian-backed separatist forces.WorldJan 31, 2015
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Renewed tensions after Russia backs Ukrainian separatists’ electionRussia has backed a contentious election held by separatists in eastern Ukraine, setting the stage for renewed diplomatic tensions with the West.WorldNov 3, 2014
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