Biden warns ‘things could go crazy quickly’ in Ukraine | First Thing

President urges Americans in Ukraine to immediately leave country. Plus, the people finding refuge in Chernobyl

Good morning.

President Joe Biden has urged Americans in Ukraine to immediately leave the country, stressing that things could go crazy quickly" as Russia-Ukraine relations further deteriorate.

Why was there no breakthrough? Russia and Ukraine continued to hold different interpretations of the 2015 Minsk agreement aimed at ending the separatist conflict in eastern Ukraine, said the Russian envoy Dmitry Kozak.

How quickly could Russia launch an attack? Moscow has gathered more than 135,000 soldiers on Ukraine's borders in Russia and Belarus, military analysts say. Some believe nearly all the key elements are in now place for an attack.

What else is being done to end the blockade? Windsor is seeking an injunction from Ontario superior court to have the protest ended, Dilkens said, adding he continues to search for a peaceful resolution.

What are the protesters demanding? As the Freedom Convoy" protest in Ottawa enters its third week, the movement has broadened to demand an end to all Covid public health measures.