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Ukrainian Prime Minister Mykola Azarov has denied that force has been used against demonstrators in the center of Kyiv, calling the recent events in the city clearance of the roads. 

“No force will ever be used against peaceful demonstrators. We are talking about clearing the roads to ensure the capital’s regular functioning,” Azarov said when opening a Cabinet meeting in Kyiv on Wednesday.