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UPDATE: Russia attacks Ukraine on three fronts, explosions in major cities

UPDATE: Russian military forces have officially launched a major assault on Ukraine with reports of explosions in major cities across the country. The attacks began at 5am local time (10am Thai time) on Thursday. At least eight people are reported to have been killed at this early stage of the invasion.

Already there are long traffic jams Kyiv residents try to get out of town. Reporters in Kyiv say that the scale of the invasion has taken them by surprise. Martial law has been declared around the country.

President Vladimir Putin announced the operation early Thursday morning, warning of an ‘instant’ response from Moscow to anyone who tries to confront Russia. He is urging Ukrainian soldiers in eastern Ukraine to “put down their weapons and return home”.

In response, Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry has condemned Russia’s military advance as an “act of war”. Spokesperson…

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