Russia has invaded Ukraine: what we know so far
Vladimir Putin has declared war on Ukraine and there are reports of Russia attacking several locations across the country
Russian forces are attacking several locations across Ukraine. Here is what we know so far about the offensive:
Vladimir Putin launched a broad Russian military offensive targeting Ukraine at about 5am local time (3am GMT) on Thursday morning after broadcasting a speech announcing a special military operation" to demilitarise" and denazify" Ukraine.
According to Ukrainian officials, the initial wave of strikes appeared to involve cruise missiles, artillery and airstrikes which struck military infrastructure and border positions, including airbases. Three hours into the attack the Russian defence ministry was claiming to have neutralised" Ukraine's airbases and air defences.
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