According to reports, russian and Ukrainian forces have clashed in several cities as the invasion enters its second day. Reportedly, 137 Ukrainians and 450 russians have been killed. According to the report, Kyiv, one of the main targets was hit by rocket strikes. Reportedly, photos posted by emergency services showed a damaged residential building, three people were injured, one in a critical condition.
According to a report, 100,000 people have fled their homes following the Ukraine president imposing martial law. Reportedly, Ukraine’s armed forces believe the equivalent of 30-60,000 russian troops have been deployed.
According to reports, russian troops have captured the abandoned nuclear plant of Chernobyl, and staff at the plant have been taken hostage. Reportedly, the site was abandoned following the world’s worst nuclear accident in 1986. Over thirty five years later residents are experiencing food insecurity due to soil infertility.