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On 22 April the Russian people are to approve a host of amendments to the country's constitution in a referendum not provided for in the electoral law. The changes were brought before the Duma by Russian President Vladimir Putin and include reforms of the state structure and various references to Russian fundamental values. Journalists explain that these references are not what really counts here.

Until now former Vice President Joe Biden was not considered a promising Democratic candidate in the US primaries: Bernie Sanders had a clear lead. But then came Super Tuesday and Biden secured a surprising victory by winning 10 out of 14 states. Other candidates including Pete Buttigieg and Michael Bloomberg have dropped out. Europe's press sees Biden's surprise victory as a chance for the Democrats.

Thousands of refugees have gathered on the Turkish-Greek border, hoping to be allowed into the EU. Greece is using force to hold them back. Media have reported shooting and one death. During a visit to the area EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen promised financial support. Is the EU violating the human rights it claims to uphold?