In areas occupied by Russian forces the situation was catastrophic, he said. Ukraine daily reports civilian casualties from Russian shelling and fighting, and accuses Russia of war crimes. The steel works was rocked by heavy explosions on Thursday as Russian forces fought for control of Ukraine’s last stronghold and the United Nations rushed to evacuate civilians. President Vladimir Putin said Russia was prepared to provide safe passage for the civilians but reiterated calls for Ukrainian forces inside to disarm. RELATED STORY:EU plans Russian oil ban; Ukraine reports heavy eastern assaultSubscribe to our daily newsletter By providing an email address.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer May 06, 2022 09:04 UTC