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Identity fraud unmasked as Russian runs for Ukraine

Crimean residents can obtain Russian passports without much difficulty. [Photo: AFP]

On July 15, 2017 in Ninove, central Belgium, three women stood on the podium after the 800-metre race at a local track and field event.

Two were flashing smiles but one, running for Ukraine as Galina Sychko, looked bashful and aloof.

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