The Papers: 'Losing battle to halt Russia's 'hybrid' war' and 'Oh chute!'

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A warning from defence officials and a skydiving miracle lead Monday's front pages.

A warning from defence officials and a skydiving miracle lead Monday's front pages. [Image text:] FINANCIAL TIMES Sunk ntedwa.ed OH CHUTE!

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