Russian state TV has broadcast aerial footage showcasing the devastation wrought on the besieged city of Mariupol by Moscow’s invading forces – with the anchor appearing to blame Ukrainian nationalists for the destruction.
Subjected to relentless bombardment since Vladimir Putin’s invasion began a month ago, Mariupol has become the grim face of Ukraine’s humanitarian crisis following multiple failed attempts to evacuate civilians, with mayor Vadym Boichenko warning last week that there was “no city centre left”.
