Richard Ensor

War in Ukraine: what’s happening in Kyiv?

Richard Ensor

Following Vladimir Putin's declaration of a "special military operation" driven by stated goals of denazification and nuclear threats, Russian forces launched a sudden invasion that has disrupted civilian life in Kyiv and triggered mass evacuations toward Poland. In response, President Zelensky has armed citizens for defense while maintaining order through the National Guard, even as the country braces for prolonged combat and severe Western sanctions. The conflict has already precipitated a growing refugee crisis in neighboring nations and raised concerns among international observers regarding the potential for extensive civilian casualties and urban destruction.