First Thing: Russia captures Kherson as Ukrainian refugees climb to 1m

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Russia has captured the city of Kherson. The Black Sea port has become the first major Ukrainian target to fall under the de facto control of Russia forces.

How high could refugee numbers climb? The UN estimates there could be as many as 4 million refugees from the invasion, crossing the borders into neighbouring countries.

How many Russian soldiers have been sent to their deaths by president Vladimir Putin so far? Ukraine's government said yesterday nearly 6,000 Russian troops had been killed. Moscow said the figure was 498.

How many international allies does Russia have over the invasion? Four. At yesterday's emergency UN general assembly session, only Belarus, North Korea, Eritrea and Syria voted with Putin. 141 opposed and 35 abstained.