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The Latest Breaking News from Kyiv

Gunfire and explosions heard in Kiev and other cities after Russia declares war on Ukraine

Missile strikes have hit Ukrainian command centres in cities including Kiev and Kharkiv

The Independent UK

Biden vows 'severe sanctions' on Russia by U.S., allies for Ukraine attack

The United States and its allies will impose "severe sanctions" on Russia after its military forces launched an attack on Ukraine, U.S. President Joe Biden said after blasts were heard in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv and other cities.

Reuters

Putin says he is proceeding with military operation in Ukraine; explosions reported

SHCHASTIA, Ukraine — Moments after Russian President Vladimir Putin announced late Wednesday that he would proceed with a military operation in Ukraine, several loud explosions were heard outside Kyiv.

Los Angeles Times

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Ukraine fighting to stop ‘a new iron curtain’ after Russian invasion

President Zelenskiy calls on Ukrainians to defend country as Russia claims to have neutralised its airbases and air defencesRussia-Ukraine crisis: live updates

The Guardian - AU

Boris Johnson news - live: Kyiv thwarting Russian forces so far, minister says as UK hits Putin with sanctions

Russian invasion about ‘greed to subsume Ukraine into Russian Federation’, says Ben Wallace

The Independent UK

Ukraine under full-scale attack from land, sea and air

At least 137 soldiers and civilians have died in the first day of Russia's invasion of Ukraine after Moscow unleashed the biggest attack on a European state since World War II.

Newsroom.co.nz

Ukraine battles Russian invasion, thousands flee fighting

Ukrainian forces battled Russian invaders on three sides on Thursday after Moscow unleashed the biggest attack on a European state since World War Two, prompting tens of thousands of people to flee their homes.

Reuters

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BREAKING NEWS: Russia invades Ukraine

The latest updates from multiple news agencies on the Russian invasion of Ukraine:

Bangkok Post

Russian President Vladimir Putin launches invasion of Ukraine, NATO agrees to increase troops in eastern flank

As explosions, artillery fire and air raid sirens are heard in the Ukraine capital Kyiv, NATO has agreed to beef up its land, sea and air forces on its eastern flank near Ukraine and Russia.

ABC News

Russia-Ukraine war: Vladimir Putin launches full-scale invasion as missiles hit Kyiv

A "full-scale" invasion of Ukraine has started by Russia with missile strikes in the capital Kyiv and other major cities as Vladimir Putin says he has launched a special military operation

Daily Mirror

Airlines scramble as Ukraine invasion redraws route map

Airlines scrambled to adapt to conflict in Europe on Thursday as Ukraine closed its airspace, fuel prices soared and carriers were urged to "exercise caution" deep inside Russia hours after Moscow's military invaded Ukraine.

Reuters

Ukraine crisis: Separatists ask for Kremlin’s help as satellite images show new Russian deployments

US defence official warns Moscow’s forces are ‘as ready as they can be’ for an invasion

The Independent UK

7 key Ukraine-Russia details you may have missed in day of dramatic developments

An Ukrainian MP warned any invading Russian soldiers that they would 'die like lousy dogs' while a message placed outside Russia's embassy in the capital read: 'Welcome to hell'

Daily Mirror

Latest Russia-Ukraine updates: Tens of thousands flee their homes

Ukraine invasion news from February 24: UN says several thousand Ukrainians crossing into neighbouring countries.

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The Guardian - AU

Morrison condemns Moscow’s ‘brutal’ attack on neighbour – as it happened

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Daily Mirror

Russia Ukraine war: US spies warn 'full-scale invasion will begin in 48 hours'

US defence sources predict Russia will unleash airstrikes, cruise missiles and march troops through the streets of Ukraine in a large-scale invasion within two days

ABC News

Ukraine's President warns of 'new iron curtain' as Russia takes Chernobyl site — As it happened

Ukraine's President warns Europe that Russia will not stop with an invasion of his country.

Al Jazeera

As Russia-Ukraine crisis ramps up, Biden faces sanctions dilemma

US policymakers appear united on need to oppose Russian invasion, but disagreements emerge on pace of sanctions.

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The Independent UK

Russia state TV paints Moscow as savior of eastern Ukraine

As the West sounds the alarm about the Kremlin ordering troops into eastern Ukraine and decries an invasion, Russian state media paints a completely different picture

Reuters

Berlin and Paris illuminate buildings in Ukrainian colours in show of unity

The German capital lit up the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin's most famous landmark in blue and yellow, the national colours of Ukraine, on Wednesday evening in a show of unity with Kyiv as the crisis with Russia deepens.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Ukraine Says Another Sweeping Cyberattack Underway as State Websites and Banks Hit

The websites of Ukraine's government, foreign ministry and state security service were down on Wednesday in what the government said was the start of another massive denial of service (DDoS) attack that began at around 4 p.m. (1400 GMT). Ukrainian authorities said this week they had seen online warnings that…

Al Jazeera

Ukraine crisis: What does Belarus have to gain, and lose?

Lukashenko could benefit politically by siding with Putin, but observers warn the friendship could backfire.

The Guardian - UK

Business brisk at Kyiv gun shops as Ukrainians rush to buy arms

Threat of invasion, and draft law giving Ukrainians permission to carry firearms, leads to long queues inside weapons stores

Tribune News Service

Ukraine seeks to declare nationwide state of emergency

Ukrainian authorities moved toward declaring a nationwide state of emergency after Russian President Vladimir Putin recognized two breakaway territories, ratcheting up tensions with Kyiv and sparking concerns about a potential broader conflict.

Reuters

Russia evacuates diplomats from Ukraine, takes down mission flags

Russia has started evacuating diplomatic staff from all of its missions in Ukraine, TASS news agency reported on Wednesday, citing a representative of the Russian Embassy in Kyiv.

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