Ukraine crisis live updates | President Putin says Russia will conduct a military operation in eastern Ukraine
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The latest developments on Ukraine-Russia tensions after the latter was placed under sanctions by many countries amid an escalating conflict
Amid soaring tensions between Ukraine and Russia, the latter has announced military operations in Ukraine on February 24, 2022. The conflict began escalating on February 21, 2022 after Russian President Vladimir Putin recognised separatist regions in eastern Ukraine and deployed troops in a peacekeeping role.
U.S. President Joe Biden has repeatedly warned Russia of serious consequences if Ukraine was invaded. Ukraine’s government offices and banks faced cyberattacks, while the rebel groups have asked for Kremlin’s help.
The European Union has announced an emergency meeting on February 24 to hold Russia accountable for the escalating conflict, which now threatens to turn into a full-scale war.
Here are the latest updates:
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday announced a military operation in Ukraine, claiming it’s intended to protect civilians.
In a televised address, Putin said the action comes in response to threats coming from Ukraine. He added that Russia doesn’t have a goal to occupy Ukraine. Putin said the responsibility for bloodshed lies with the Ukrainian “regime.”— AP
The Ukrainian government is closing airports in eastern Ukraine from midnight through 7 a.m. because of the confrontation with Russia.
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