War in Ukraine: What you want to know
The newest: Russia is demanding Ukraine hand over Crimea and a big slice of japanese Ukraine as a situation for Moscow to cease its assaults. Ukraine sought an emergency order from the ICJ, the U.N’s prime courtroom, that might require Russia to halt its invasion, however Russia didn’t present up.
The battle: Casualties are mounting in Ukraine — together with civilians, whereas Moscow is dealing with allegations that it has used cluster and vacuum weapons. Russian forces fired mortar shells on a city on the outskirts of Kyiv, ensuing within the demise of no less than eight individuals, together with two youngsters.
Maps: Russia’s assault on Ukraine has been intensive with strikes and assaults throughout all the nation. Much of the Russian onslaught has centered on Kyiv, however the japanese metropolis of Kharkiv — with 1.5 million residents — can also be essential.
Protests: People across the globe took to the streets Saturday to condemn Putin and plead for peace Russia’ invasion has killed lots of of Ukrainian civilians.
The response: Russia’s warfare might be a world financial “game changer,” with rising gasoline costs and shifting commerce selections suggesting change that might be felt for years. Meanwhile, in Russia, on-line entry has been considerably curtailed by censors at dwelling and companies overseas.
How you possibly can assist: Here are methods these within the U.S. might help help the Ukrainian individuals in addition to what individuals world wide have been donating.
Read our full protection of the Russia-Ukraine disaster.