The French president says he and German Chancellor Angela Merkel have spoken with the leaders of Ukraine and Russia about the cease-fire that has been faltering amid fierce fighting over the eastern town of Debaltseve.
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A man walks past a damaged building in Uglegorsk, 6 kms southwest of Debaltseve, on Feb. 18, 2015.