The invasion of Russian forces against Ukraine has sparked uncertainty in the global arena inviting mixed responses from world leaders and citizens.
Here’s a look at the latest happenings concerning the conflict.
- US President Joe Biden said that US forces are not, and will not be, engaged in the conflict with Russia in Ukraine.
- Protection of civilians must be priority number one. International humanitarian and human rights law must be upheld, said United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres.
- After attacking Ukrainian government websites and banks with massive cyberattacks, Russia-sponsored hackers are hitting Internet infrastructure in the country.
- Hours after the invasion on Thursday, Russian forces seized control of Chernobyl nuclear power plant.