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Here are the latest news updates on the Russia-Ukraine conflict from the BBC:
Latest Developments:
- Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of launching a "massive" attack on the eastern city of Donetsk, killing at least 10 people and injuring many more.
- The Russian military has claimed to have captured the city of Lyman in eastern Ukraine, but this has not been independently verified.
- The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has warned of a "humanitarian catastrophe" in Ukraine, with millions of people in need of aid and protection.
- The European Union has imposed new sanctions on Russia, targeting its energy sector and several high-ranking officials.
Live Updates:
- 14:30 GMT: Ukraine's military says it has repelled a Russian attack on the city of Donetsk, but the situation remains "tense".
- 13:30 GMT: The Russian military has claimed to have destroyed a Ukrainian military base in the eastern city of Kramatorsk.
- 12:30 GMT: The ICRC has launched an appeal for $1.3 billion to support its humanitarian efforts in Ukraine.
- 11:30 GMT: The EU has imposed new sanctions on Russia, targeting its energy sector and several high-ranking officials.
Key Quotes:
- "We are facing a massive attack on the city of Donetsk. The situation is very difficult, and we are doing everything to protect our people." - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky
- "The Russian army is trying to break through our defenses, but we will not give up. We will defend our country to the end." - Ukrainian Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov
- "The situation in Ukraine is catastrophic. Millions of people are in need of aid and protection. We urge all parties to respect international humanitarian law." - ICRC President Peter Maurer
Video:
- Watch: Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky addresses the nation after a massive attack on the city of Donetsk.
Photos:
- See: Images of the aftermath of the attack on Donetsk, showing destruction and chaos.
Audio:
- Listen: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's address to the nation, in which he accuses Russia of launching a massive attack on the city of Donetsk.
Please note that the situation on the ground is constantly changing, and these updates may not reflect the latest developments.