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Ukraine-Russia War LIVE Updates: Viral videos from Kyiv show ugly face of war

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Amrutha Pagad
Amrutha PagadFeb 28, 2022 | 13:09

Ukraine-Russia War LIVE Updates: Viral videos from Kyiv show ugly face of war

Russia’s assault on Ukraine continued for the 5th day, with Ukrainian forces having managed to keep them out of the capital city Kyiv for another night. Talks between Ukraine and Russia to end the conflict are set to begin today near the Belarusian border. However, Kyiv has said there will be no pre-conditions to the talks and that they will not give up even an inch of territory.

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Ukraine-Russia war entered 5th day. Photo: National Guard of Ukraine/Twitter

On the other hand, reports suggested that Belarus is preparing to send troops to join the Russian forces in the invasion of Ukraine.

Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin put the nuclear forces on ‘high alert’ citing mounting Western threats. Western countries have continued to squeeze the Russian economy, with the Ruble tumbling massively. Several major Russian banks have been excluded from the SWIFT payments system.

At the UNSC on Friday, India along with China and the UAE abstained from voting on a resolution condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The United Nations Security Council has once again called for a rare emergency meeting today.

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other high-ranking ministers have taken to the streets in the fight, while several hundreds and thousands of Ukrainians fled west towards borders. Ukraine forces also managed to take control of Kharkiv – the second largest city in the country – from the Russian forces.

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CASUALTIES:

Civilian deaths: 352 including 33 children

Civilian injuries: 1,684 including 116 children

Here are the latest updates on the story:

RUSSIA, UKRAINE BEGIN TALKS

Russia and Ukraine began the first dialogue to end war, Belarusian state media reported. 

PUTIN FOCUSED ON THE RUSSIAN ECONOMY

AFP reported that Russia's President Vladimir Putin was focused on the Russian economy following Western sanctions. Meanwhile, Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues unabated. 

ZELENSKYY DEMANDS IMMEDIATE EU MEMBERSHIP

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy demanded immediate European Union membership for his country saying that their goal is to be together with all Europeans and on equal footing.  

KREMLIN CLAIMS EU ARMS HELP IS DESTABILISING

Russia claimed that the arms supply by the EU and other nations to Ukraine is destabilising and is a hostile act towards Moscow. 

20TH CENTURY ART DESTROYED IN WAR

Ukraine says around 25 works by 20th-century Ukrainian painter Mariia Pryimachenko were burned during the conflict. Pryimachenko was known for her village and folk art and had once captured the attention of Pablo Picasso. The destroyed paintings were being stored Ivankiv Museum, Kyiv region. 

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MAP SHOWS RUSSIAN HELD TERRITORIES IN UKRAINE

The map shows the extent to which Russian forces have been able to capture Ukraine. The battle is underway for Ukraine's capital city, Kyiv.  

UKRAINE ESTIMATES 5,300 CASUALTIES ON THE RUSSIAN SIDE SO FAR

Ukraine put out a list of losses incurred by the Russian forces after 5 days of fighting. So far, Ukraine estimates around 5,300 Russian soldiers to have perished in the battle. 

UKRAINE FEARS MILLIONS WILL BE DISPLACED

Ukraine's envoy to India Dr Igor Polikha said that so far around 4 lakh Ukrainians have become refugees due to the war. Several of them are standing in queues near various border waiting to cross. He said that if the war is not stopped immediately, Ukraine could see around 7 million people becoming refugees.  

UKRAINIAN PRISONERS WILLING TO FIGHT TO BE RELEASED 

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a televised address announced that the government is ready to release prisoners who would be willing to fight in the war against Russia. 

NATIONAL GUARD OF UKRAINE TWEETS ABOUT POWs

The official Twitter account of the National Guard of Ukraine tweeted a picture of some captured Russian soldiers, saying that if the invading forces lay down their weapons, then they will be allowed to return safely to their homes. 

'HOW TO ATTACK A TANK WITH PETROL BOMBS'

The Ukrainian Armed Forces tweeted a guide to how to attack an enemy tank using petrol bombs or Molotov cocktails by pointing out vulnerabilities in the vehicle. Several Ukrainian citizens are preparing hundreds of Molotov cocktails to prevent the Russian forces from advancing further.  

'RUSSIAN FORCES' ADVANCE SLOWED'

The UK Defence Ministry in its updates on the Ukraine situation stated that Putin's forces remained 30 km away from capital city Kyiv and that their advance has been slowed down by the Ukrainian forces. 

UKRAINIAN DELEGATION ARRIVES FOR TALKS

The Ukrainian delegation arrived at the Belarus border for talks with Russia. The delegation includes Defence Minister Oleksii Reznikov and presidential adviser Mykhailo Podolyak among others. The key demands for Kyiv is for immediate ceasefire and withdrawal of Russian troops from Ukraine. 

'VENUE FOR TALKS READY'

The venue for talks between Russian and Ukrainian representatives is ready, a Belarusian state-run news agency Belta reported. Anatoly Glaz, a spokesperson from the Belarus Foreign Ministry was quoted saying that the talks will begin as soon as delegations from both sides arrive. 

BOXER KLITSCHKO BROTHERS TO FIGHT RUSSIAN FORCES 

Hall of Fame Ukrainian boxer Vitali Klitschko and his brother former heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko are returning to their homeland to join the fight against Russian forces.

UKRAINIAN MP TAKES TO KALASHNIKOV 

While ordinary Ukrainians are joining the fight to defend their land against Russian forces, Ukrainian Member of Parliament Kira Rudik also said she's picking up arms in defence. She took to Twitter to announced that she's learning to use the Kalashnikov, to protect Ukrainian soil the same way as the men. 

EX-MISS UKRAINE PICKS UP ARMS  

The former Miss Ukraine Anastasiia Lenna announced that she is picking up arms to fight the invading Russian forces. 

GOOGLE MAPS TEMPORARILY DISABLED

Google temporarily disabled live traffic data on its Maps in Ukraine on Sunday citing the safety of local communities. Meanwhile, a Reddit user asked why Google Maps doesn’t label all territories held by Russia as Russian. Comments on the post clarified that Google Maps doesn’t label each small territory in various places and even gave an example of how not all Indonesian islands are marked ‘Indonesia’.

CANADA SENDING MILITARY AID TO UKRAINE

Canada announced that it will be shipping non-lethal military aid to Ukraine to help the forces defend against the Russian invasion. Canada will be sending equipment such as helmets, bulletproof vests, gas masks and night vision equipment among other things to its ally. However, Ottawa ruled out sending Canadian troops to Ukraine to fight alongside the Ukrainian forces.

INDIAN UNION MINISTERS TO AID EVACUATIONS

While some Indian nationals were evacuated from Ukraine through neighbouring countries, several more remain stranded in the war-torn country. Reports have also emerged of Indian nationals being harassed by Ukrainian forces reportedly due to India’s stance on the issue at the UNSC. Now, the Indian government is sending Union Ministers Hardeep Singh Puri, Jyotiraditya Scindia, Kiren Rijiju and Gen (Retd) VK Singh to Ukraine’s neighbouring countries as Special Envoys of India to facilitate the evacuation.

UKRAINIANS FIGHT BACK

Several viral videos showed civilian Ukrainians taking to the streets to fight the Russian forces. A group of people was also seen blocking the movement of Russian tanks on the outskirts of Koryukivka, a town in Ukraine. Ukrainians have also blown up roads, bridges and removed street signs to prevent Russian forces from proceeding towards capital Kyiv.

WORLD’S LARGEST AIRCRAFT DESTROYED

Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba revealed that the world’s largest aircraft AN-225 ‘Mriya’ (meaning ‘Dream’ in Ukrainian), was destroyed by the Russian forces during the fighting.

STRIKING PHOTOS AND VIDEOS FROM THE WAR

Here is a compilation of the latest striking photos and videos from the conflict between Ukraine and Russia.

1. Anti-war protests in Russia

2. Russian military equipment set on fire

3. Historic building in Ukraine bombed

4. Wounded Governor records ordeal

5. Rocket attack reportedly launched from Belarus

6. Russian forces have hit several civilian properties

7. Current situation in Ukraine - a compilation

8. Ukrainian wears Guy Fawkes anonymous mask while patrolling the streets of Kyiv

9. Ukrainian farmer steals Russian tank

10. A Slovakian soldier helped a Ukrainian refugee carry her bags

11. Bar owners in the US pour Russian Vodka down the drain

12. Ukrainians are preparing Molotov cocktails to defend themselves from Russian forces

13. Destroyed building in Ukraine

14. Man tried to stop a tank by lying down underneath it

15. Ukraine Defence Ministry shows the ugly side of the war

 

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Last updated: February 28, 2022 | 16:34
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