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The key index of Russia's main stock exchange tumbled 20 percent after a delayed opening as investors feared the effects of Western sanctions following Moscow's decision to attack Ukraine.

The RTS index was down 20.16 percent on February 24 after reopening following a suspension implemented by authorities.

The ruble crashed more than 9 percent on currency markets, prompting the Russian central bank to intervene to "stabilize" markets.

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