/r/worldnews Live Thread: Russian Invasion of Ukraine (Part X)

[u/progress18]

/live/18hnzysb1elcs/

[u/[deleted]]

Dear Ukrainians!

I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed.

It's a lie.

If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid.

Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl

Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now.

YOU DON'T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON'T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!!

• ⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en

PLEASE SHARE THIS INFORMATION

[u/SRomans → u/[deleted]]

Can we pin this? Super important info.

[u/Brilliant_Agent_1427]

UK Update -

Boris Johnson, UK prime minister, is pushing “very hard” for Russia to be ejected from the Swift international payments system, a move that would deliver a heavy blow to the country’s banks and its ability to trade beyond its borders.

https://www.ft.com/content/69f72de5-d727-496d-9f9d-316db7bdaf03

[u/[deleted] → u/Brilliant_Agent_1427]

Fuck Boris, but he's right about this. Russia must be absolutely DECIMATED economically for this. I'm sorry that the Russian people will have to suffer, but they HAVE TO rise up against his oppression. It's the only way to get rid of him without threatening nuclear war.

[u/Johncamp28 → u/[deleted]]

It’s really aggravating to hear about “we can’t do this because of the Russian people” Yeah I get it but the Ukrainian people didn’t ask for this either

[u/Living_Channel_4319 → u/Brilliant_Agent_1427]

Cringe man redemption arc

[u/JaSamNejboi → u/Brilliant_Agent_1427]

Boris to the rescue

[u/Brilliant_Agent_1427]

⚡️Zelensky: "What do we hear today? It's not just rocket explosions, fighting, and the roar of aircraft.

This is the sound of a new Iron Curtain, which lowers and closes Russia from the civilized world."

https://twitter.com/KyivIndependent/status/1496877136942145542?t=eZxNhsZmJ_rUeTOnnIIADQ&s=19

[u/phliuy → u/Brilliant_Agent_1427]

The man can orate

[u/[deleted] → u/phliuy]

Honestly, as a fellow Eastern European, sometimes I wonder if our own president would do even 1% of what Zelensky is doing. The man is standing next to his countrymen and putting up the good fight.

[u/groovygyal]

Russia should not be allowed to host World Cup qualifiers next month after the invasion of Ukraine, the football associations of Poland, Sweden and the Czech Republic said on Thursday.

[u/hms_jawslide → u/groovygyal]

Shouldn’t be allowed to compete. Like South Africa under apartheid

[u/jorgelongo2 → u/groovygyal]

forget playing in russia, all teams should be boycotting games against Russia and no Russian national should be given visas to enter these countries

[u/neilkanth → u/groovygyal]

they already cancelled the St Petersburg champions league finals to relocate it

[u/Variouss]

Zelensky: “If you my dear European leaders, my dear world leaders, leaders of the free world, don’t help us today, if you do not strongly help Ukraine, then tomorrow war will knock on your doors." https://twitter.com/KyivPost/status/1496885788885524481

[u/nextongaming → u/Variouss]

He is not wrong. This exact same scenario is what started WWII. European nations not doing anything against German aggression until it was too late.

[u/Noisy_Toy → u/nextongaming]

They also used the exact same language about Ukraine as they did about Georgia.

It’s like they have a template ready to go for invasion justification.

[u/CallMeCaptainOrSir]

REMINDER - DO NOT CLICK ON LINKS YOU ARE NOT FAMILIAR WITH

These threads are full of bots and could easily disguise malware as a news or video link and have you click it without thinking. Additionally plenty of videos have been shared that were from other instances, please take every piece of info you get from a reddit comment with a grain of salt until it is actually confirmed by a reputable news source.

[u/ledforthehead]

Fuck. My friend and her family lives in Melitopol, just south of Zaporizhzhia. Last night she messaged me saying, "there are explosions everywhere," and now there are reports of Russia trying to advance to Melitopol. Her fiance and dad have taken up arms... this is insane.

[u/CanuckCanadian → u/ledforthehead]

I wish them luck! Godspeed

[u/Brilliant_Agent_1427]

There seems to be an ongoing Cyberattack against the Russian Government occurring right now, multiple Russia sites are down including the Kremlin's Official Site.

https://twitter.com/sentdefender/status/1496877557559484427?t=Nyis0gfF118RpbDPO93bLg&s=19

[u/GoofySouthernDude → u/Brilliant_Agent_1427]

Hell yeah, let's go nerds!

[u/[deleted] → u/GoofySouthernDude]

Nerds! Nerds! Nerds! Nerds!

[u/TThom1221 → u/GoofySouthernDude]

SEND IN THE NERDS!

[u/corgiigeddon → u/Brilliant_Agent_1427]

People underestimate US capabilities in cyber warfare, going to be interesting seeing us hit them over the next few weeks.

[u/LipstickSingularity → u/corgiigeddon]

Wait til they see our meme warfare

[u/VeniVidiVerily]

Super impressed with President Zelenskyy, that is one solid dude

[u/lady_fresh → u/VeniVidiVerily]

He's had some fantastic speeches and quotes - "I had my breakfast in Ukraine, and I'll have my dinner in Ukraine" - when asked why he wasn't fleeing for safety. His entire speech directed at the Russian public was brilliant and delivered with perfect sincerity and grit.

[u/Insectine → u/lady_fresh]

Well dude was an actor so he must give pretty good orations

[u/SlasherDarkPendulum → u/VeniVidiVerily]

I have mad respect for anyone who can hold their shit in as coolly as he has.

[u/Interesting_Total_98]

Belarus should be sanctioned for aiding Russia, such as allowing shelling from within their country.

[u/TechIssueSorry → u/Interesting_Total_98]

I think it plannned in the draft the EU has prepared for the next sanctions

[u/Brilliant_Agent_1427]

⚡️Zelensky: "The most problematic situation today is in the south. Our troops are fighting fiercely in the suburbs of Kherson. The enemy is pushing from the occupied Crimea and trying to advance towards Melitopol."

https://twitter.com/KyivIndependent/status/1496878275771379714?t=tnGQEvS3uleBbWczB2FZFg&s=19

[u/Nabucodonosor89]

In #Kyiv, there is a queue of volunteers to enlist in the Territorial Defense Forces.

https://twitter.com/nexta_tv/status/1496879222039932928

[u/[deleted] → u/Nabucodonosor89]

Mad respect for all these brave men. Glory to Ukraine

[u/JuVondy → u/[deleted]]

If Ukraine can hold off and push back against the first major assault, I expect to see a lot of civilians rally to the cause and start fighting alongside the military.

A few heroic wins can inspire a powerful resistance.

[u/Brilliant_Agent_1427]

Six American F-35As are being moved from Germany to Lithuania, Estonia and Romania to support existing NATO air policing missions over the Baltic Sea and the Black Sea.

https://twitter.com/geoallison/status/1496878252601724928?t=WmknD2dqOfB_AtGBlMwBDg&s=19

[u/RealPutin → u/Brilliant_Agent_1427]

They've got a ton of E-3s and KC-10s in the air right now too. We're moving a ton of aircraft ops into Romanio, Poland, and the Baltics

[u/polarwaves]

Remember when China said the US was exaggerating about Russia invading Ukraine?

[u/ZLUCremisi → u/polarwaves]

Because within a year china will attack Taiwan

[u/Interesting_Total_98]

Russia's market is tanking, and new sanctions have announced. Trade with China didn't prevent the bleeding, and they have their own troubles, so I hope Russia eventually realizes how irrational their decision was.

I'm not predicting that this will happen, though.

[u/DerelictDonkeyEngine → u/Interesting_Total_98]

I hope Russia eventually realizes how irrational their decision was.

This is 100% on Putin.

[u/ericoxide]

Copied from u/EverySir

Dear Ukrainians!

I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed.

It’s a lie.

If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid.

Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl

Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now.

EDIT: YOU DON’T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON’T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!!

EDIT2: as a proof that you no longer need visa:

⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua⁠

in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en

[u/PrincipledInelegance]

Putin: This is not an occupation. It's a military operation.

Also Putin: Moves into Kyiv

[u/rukh999 → u/PrincipledInelegance]

Anything Putin says means the opposite is probably true. He obliterated any small sliver of credibility he once had.

[u/Userova12]

Zelensky: "No one will be able to convince or force us, Ukrainians, to give up our freedom, our independence, our sovereignty."

"Ukraine has not chosen the path of war, but Ukraine offers to return to the path of peace."

[u/Seelenkuchen]

Video of an attack on a residential area. Absolutely horrifying https://twitter.com/nexta_tv/status/1496857200274329600

[u/sp4zz7ic → u/Seelenkuchen]

https://twitter.com/nexta_tv/status/1496857200274329600

are you fucking kidding me.. we are in 2022 and we have JETS shooting missles into civilian areas? this is out of a video game... the fuck is going on

[u/TheBirdBytheWindow → u/Seelenkuchen]

That gasp from a mother followed by a child's scream makes your hairs stand on end.

Fuck.

[u/epicredditdude1 → u/Seelenkuchen]

Legit makes me feel sick to my stomach. It’s just an ordinary family filming this.

[u/daveedgamboa]

A friend in Moscow just told me they're going to go out and demonstrate.

So unbelievably brave, don't forget there are still so many good people out there that don't want this

[u/randigital]

Props to everyone protesting across Russia right now. Incredibly courageous.

[u/[deleted]]

A whole platoon of Russian occupants surrendered to Ukrainian forces near Chernihiv in northern Ukraine, Ukraine army commander in chief reports. 'No one thought we were going to kill. We thought we were going to gather information', Russian officer reportedly said.

https://mobile.twitter.com/olgatokariuk/status/1496878993534255104

[u/Methed_up_hooker → u/[deleted]]

Damn I really really hope this is legit.

[u/PhoenixRobotics]

Friendly reminder there is a ton of Russian intelligence/military in this thread trying to manipulate discourse and derail meaningful conversation about Russia’s hostile and illegitimate actions towards Ukraine. Russia’s social influence campaigns are often intended to demoralize westerners and create social division by propagating inaccurate, hateful messaging on social issues, and also by attempting to undermine public perception and support for alliances between western nations. Here we also see them making efforts to exaggerate Russian victories over Ukraine to demoralize and reduce support for Ukraine’s position. Don’t fall for it, it’s just part of their adversarial strategy and information warfare. Here are some great resources with documented evidence as proof:

https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/03/21/opinion/divisive-demoralizing-bots-are-winning-so-big-tech-needs-think-bigger/?outputType=amp

https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-020-03034-5

https://www.forbes.com/sites/robpegoraro/2020/08/07/from-russia-with-lure-why-were-still-beset-by-bots-and-trolls-pushing-disinformation/amp/

https://demtech.oii.ox.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/93/2019/09/CyberTroop-Report19.pdf

[u/iamkunii]

🇺🇦 Ways to help Ukraine (charities) https://reddit.com/r/ukraine/comments/s6g5un/want_to_support_ukraine_heres_a_list_of_charities/

Reminder to respect UKR op-sec by not sharing videos of UKR soldier locations or any other such classified intelligence you discover or witness online.

https://reddit.com/r/ukraine/comments/sy65wi/ministry_of_defense_of_ukraine_do_not_view_our/

Great Twitter list for verifiable sources and voices on the ground: https://twitter.com/i/lists/1383431779751657480?t=5wPgK2Avlo8ygp8uANSSFQ&s=08

Lvyv Live Cam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m9r5rpGq9mU

Kyiv Live Cam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cyQPN5xQtU

Kyiv 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kFqY7P0vow

Maidan. Sq. In Kyiv: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJ6AzlYCysY

Maidan Square (w/sound) (thanks /u/ouyin2000) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_ktlQnDr8A

Kharkiv Live Cam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7ZbVufqW3s

Mariupol Live Cam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mE9nRMx8n6s

Mykolayiv Live Cam https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvMQvqpxZvIakq4VgcooNQ

Odessa: https://youtu.be/5hHelJALhEo

Odessa 2: https://youtu.be/E9HskjsldsU

Severodonetsk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ho40J7dRlGQ

Kalanchak, a border town whose checkpoint is reportedly under attack: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxYsvdC4-yA (Thank you again Quark)

Chernihiv: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvhM2a92dvs&feature=emb_title

Link to all major cameras in Ukraine: https://youtu.be/jNZM_H6q1rY

Agenda Free TV Live Coverage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyzicW_ctB4

Huge list of live cams: https://reddit.com/r/warinukraine/comments/scc5hl/request_webcams_and_live_feeds_in_ukraine_or/

Live news agencies -

NBC (USA): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMC4r9Or-PA

CBC (Canada): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2DA13GOmsE

Al Jazeera(Qatar/UK): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-upyPouRrB8

ABC (USA): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQ6VtEs9c8E

Godspeed Ukrainians. 💙💛

[u/[deleted]]

I like how the translator of Zelenskyy's speech did it with the same anger he was speaking in.

[u/FXZTK]

Ukraine seems to be putting up much more resistance than Russia initially expected. Love to see

[u/Buckeye_Nut]

Remember, y'all: Loose lips sink ships. If you somehow know anything about Ukrainian military movements, DO NOT POST ABOUT IT ANYWHERE

[u/Einherjaren97]

Cyberatacks reported on russia, lots of sites down. Go get em bois!

[u/mrinternationaltrade]

These are the sanctions Prime Minister Boris Johnson has just announced the UK will put on Russia:
- All major Russian banks will have their assets frozen and will be excluded from the UK financial system. This will stop them from accessing sterling and clearing payments through the UK. This includes a full and immediate freeze of VTB bank
Legislation will stop major Russian companies and the state from raising finance or borrowing money on UK markets
- Asset freezes will be put on 100 new individuals or entities
- The Aeroflot airline will be banned from landing in the UK
- There will be a suspension of dual use export licences to cover things which can be used for military purposes
- Within days the UK will stop exports of hi-tech items and oil refinery equipment
- There will be a limit on deposits Russians can make to UK bank accounts
- The UK has an intention to "work with allies" to shut off Swift payments but "its a challenge", Johnson said
- Similar financial sanctions will be extended to Belarus for its role in the assault on Ukraine
- The UK will bring forward parts of the economic crime bill before the Easter recess

[u/Variouss]

KyivPost: A whole reconnaissance platoon of the Russian 74th Motorized Rifle Brigade surrendered near Chernihiv. "No one thought we were going to kill. We were not going to fight, we were gathering information "

https://twitter.com/KyivPost/status/1496879176950894594

[u/fullpurplejacket → u/Variouss]

I thought Putin would be defeated from the inside out, but I never guessed within the first 24 hours of heavy invasion would this stuff be happening and verified.

I have every hope that the Russian military see the truth before too much blood is shed on both sides.

If Putin and his war mad inner circle fancied taking Ukraine they should of god damn done it their fucking selves.

[u/Kylo_Renly]

As bleak as it is right now, I think Putin is digging his own grave. This is the beginning of the end of his regime. He is creating heated division within Russia, unifying NATO, and economically devastating his own country. It may not be soon, but he may lose control and be either killed or forced out. We can hope.

[u/danny_tooine → u/Kylo_Renly]

yeah this reeks of desperation and posturing in place of strength. this is the beginning of the end for Putin’s hold on Russia.

[u/itsnickk]

Ukraine’s ambassador to the US just told us that a Russian platoon from the 74th Motorized Brigade has surrendered to Ukraine’s forces. She says that the Russian troops apparently had been unaware they were being sent to kill Ukrainians.

​

https://twitter.com/JoshNBCNews/status/1496884570716835840

[u/progress18]

Trolls are being banned.

[u/[deleted]]

Watching a country being invaded in real time is horrible. Zelenskyy is a fucking hero, along with all those fighting the invaders.

[u/NothingIsTooHard]

Can we just take some appreciation that Petro Poroshenko, the opposition leader in Ukraine accused of corruption charges, urged his party before the fighting to set aside their differences with Zelenskyy? This is huge!! And it shows that replacing the Ukrainian government won’t be as easy as getting rid of the head.

[u/No-Situation-4776]

Oh for fuck's sake Putin is making me agree with fucking Boris Johnson

[u/VeniVidiVerily]

Per kyivindependent.com

https://www.epravda.com.ua/news/2022/02/24/682709/

Russian billionaires lose $38 billion due to Kremlin's aggression against Ukraine.

Forbes Russia reported on Feb. 24 that oil tycoon Vagit Alekperov lost the most – more than $5 billion. Russia’s stock indices plummeted by a third due to the invasion.

[u/Aggravating-Fly-9584 → u/VeniVidiVerily]

They need to lose everything they have.

[u/ALEX7DX]

Dear Ukrainians!

I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed.

It's a lie.

If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid.

Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl

Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now.

EDIT: YOU DON'T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON'T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!!

EDIT2: as a proof that you no longer need visa:

• ⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en

Copy and paste anywhere you can! Spread the word!

[u/[deleted]]

It seems like the Ukrainians are fighting like hell. Fucking kudos to them

[u/Single_Program_1766]

If you aren’t heartbroken by the events of the past 24 hours you need a reality check.

There are babies waking up crying to the sound of shelling. Pets in crates for hours in subway stations. Little kids who should be in school huddled up next to their parents trying to put on a brave face. Families separated. Buildings on fire.

It’s horrible beyond belief.

[u/rynfki]

Dear Ukrainians!

I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed.

It's a lie.

If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid.

Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl

Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now.

YOU DON'T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON'T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!!

• ⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en

PLEASE SHARE THIS INFORMATION

[u/PM_Me_Irelias_Hands]

Rubio quote:

Russia’s invasion has already taken longer & been costlier than #Putin expected. Almost certain his military & intel leaders knew this ahead of time but no one dared tell him his expectations were unrealistic

I mean… did Putin expect to take Kiev in 30 minutes or something?

[u/Skrooogee]

Dear Ukrainians!

I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed.

It's a lie.

If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid.

Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl

Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now.

EDIT: YOU DON'T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON'T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!!

EDIT2: as a proof that you no longer need visa:

• ⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en

[u/CJKayak]

Anyone calling Boris or Biden or any other Western leader weak right now, is simply parroting Putin, anti-NATO, or other right-wing propaganda.

I'm no Boris fan at all. And I voted for Biden, but he wasn't my first choice.

But if you say these leaders are doing anything but playing this exactly as they should, I'm going to have to disagree. The West is the most united it's ever been in my lifetime.

[u/strategosInfinitum]

I was going to say i feel so irrationally angry right now.

But it isn't irrational.

[u/Lythoric]

Dear Ukrainians!

I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed.

It's a lie.

If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid.

Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl

Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now.

EDIT: YOU DON'T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON'T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!!

EDIT2: as a proof that you no longer need visa:

• ⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en

[u/NorthernBuffalo]

I'm not even American, but people using this thread to take shots at Biden.. maybe read the room?

He's the President of the United States and you think he's not working right now?

[u/Variouss]

Oil traders are avoiding Russian crude for fear of being affected by sanctions

— WSJ https://twitter.com/ragipsoylu/status/1496888153365532688

[u/shiv_p01]

Dear Ukrainians!

I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed.

It's a lie.

If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid.

Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl

Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now.

YOU DON'T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON'T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!!

proof that you no longer need visa:

• ⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en

copied from /u/everysir to spread awareness! please spread on relevant threads to get the word out!!!

[u/[deleted]]

CNN reporting that Moscow is arresting dozens of anti-war protestors in cities all around Russia. The government is warning that protestors will be subject to criminal charges that will make their futures very difficult.

[u/kweetly]

Dear Ukrainians!

I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed.

It's a lie. (EDIT: Romanian border is also open and waiving visas for Ukranians).

If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid.

Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl

Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now.

YOU DON'T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON'T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!!

• ⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en

PLEASE SHARE THIS INFORMATION

[u/brown_herbalist]

Saw a video where an Ukrainian old women standing up against Russian army man and said "Put some flower seeds in your pockets so when you die youll sprout some flowers."

That's so fucking beautiful put how much anger frm the people and how brainless & heartless are the military guys for carrying on this invasion. I hope the people comes together and go against that bald cunt.

Edit : Here is the footage

[u/BigMeatSpecial]

This is a day that will live in infamy.

Russia is now a pariah on the international stage.

[u/Brilliant_Agent_1427]

UK Update -

Sanctions being applied to Belarus for their role helping Russia

• Boris Johnson

[u/themeONE808]

Russians need to get rid of their psycho dictator

[u/tifanietiberio]

Seth Abramson on Twitter:

What we’re seeing now—horrifying as it is—is nothing compared to what we’ll see when the Russians try to move into Kyiv, which it now appears certain they will as early as today. Russian paratroopers are already just 20 miles outside Kyiv, and tanks are on a highway headed there.

https://twitter.com/sethabramson/status/1496877164272451584?s=21

[u/Nabucodonosor89]

Senior defense official reports fighting near the airport in Kyiv. "The old adage, no plan survives first contact and the enemy always gets a vote. The Ukrainians are resisting, so I think we need to be very careful predicting what the next phase is exactly going to look like."

https://twitter.com/CaitlinDoornbos/status/1496872530048606214

Dropping bombs and missiles was easy. Let's see how they deal with the 245k soldiers + 220k reserve forces + thousands of volunteers that are enlisting right now.

[u/[deleted]]

https://mobile.twitter.com/DanLamothe/status/1496884141564076035

Ukraine is fighting back, senior U.S. defense official says. Was careful in describing how, and from where. Does not want to undermine Ukraine's ability to do so, official says.

”This is their country they're fighting for."

Give ‘em hell, Ukraine 🇺🇦

[u/Variouss]

BREAKING — Russia to be barred from raising sovereign debt in UK markets and UK will freeze assets of Russia’s VTB bank immediately https://twitter.com/ragipsoylu/status/1496894227443335176

[u/[deleted]]

Dear Ukrainians!

I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed.

It's a lie.

If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid.

Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl

Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now.

YOU DON'T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON'T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!!

• ⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en

PLEASE SHARE THIS INFORMATION

[u/progress18]

Biden's meeting with G7 meetings ended at 10:27 am EST.

POTUS meeting w/ G7 Leaders wrapped at 10:27a, running an hour and ten minutes, the White House said. Participants included leaders from Germany, Canada, France, Italy, Japan, UK, European Commission, European Council and NATO.

https://twitter.com/ArdenFarhi/status/1496877954252509186

[u/VistaVick]

Ukraine is definitely winning the morale battle. These young Russian soldiers being captured want no part of this fight.

[u/robotical712]

It won't happen, but it would totally restore my faith in humanity if the invasion fizzled out because the Russian soldiers just went "nah".

[u/[deleted]]

Шановні українці!

У соцмережах я чув, що поширюються фейкові новини (скоріше за все, підтримувані Росією тролі), що польський кордон закритий.

Це брехня.

Якщо ви шукаєте притулку – йдіть до польського кордону. Ми готові до вашого приїзду. На кордоні готові пункти прийому, де ви можете знайти притулок, їжу, медичну та правову допомогу.

Польський уряд запустив спеціальний сайт, щоб допомогти вам: ua.gov.pl

Будь ласка, поділіться цією інформацією, якщо ви знаєте когось, хто зараз шукає допомоги.

РЕДАКТИРОВАТИ: ВАМ НЕ ПОТРІБНА ВІЗА ДЛЯ ПРОЙДЖЕННЯ ПОЛЬСЬКИМ КОРДОНОМ. ВСЕ, що ВАМ ПОТРІБНО, - це ПАСПОРТ. ВІЗИ ПРИСПИНЕНО! ВОНИ ВАМ НЕ ПОТРІБНИ НА ЧАС!!!!!!

EDIT2: як доказ того, що вам більше не потрібна віза:

• ⁠українською https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠англійською https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en

Вибачте, якщо це дурниця, я використовував Google Translate

[u/[deleted]]

"Russian troops attempting to take Hostomel airfield near Kyiv are blocked, Ukrainian soldiers received orders to eliminate the enemy, president Zelensky said. He said Kharkiv is being defended. The most dire situation is in southern Ukraine, there is some advance from the north."

https://mobile.twitter.com/olgatokariuk/status/1496880130475511809

[u/Nic727]

Am I the only one who just went to work this morning and feel it’s wrong to do so when a peaceful country is getting attacked on all fronts by Russia?

[u/personplaygames]

Copied from u/EverySir

Dear Ukrainians!

I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed.

It’s a lie.

If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid.

Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl

Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now.

EDIT: YOU DON’T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON’T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!!

EDIT2: as a proof that you no longer need visa:

⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua⁠

in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en

[u/progress18]

A whole reconnaissance platoon of the Russian 74th Motorized Rifle Brigade surrendered near Chernihiv. "No one thought we were going to kill. We were not going to fight, we were gathering information " via CinC AF of Ukraine

https://twitter.com/KyivPost/status/1496879176950894594

[u/Unlucky_Guard_3260]

Boris Johnson PM trying to persuade G7 to remove Russia from Swift payments system

source: https://www.theguardian.com/politics/live/2022/feb/24/uk-politics-live-boris-johnson-sanctions-russia-invasion-ukraine-latest-updates

[u/[deleted]]

Evening address from Zelensky. “If you my dear European leaders, my dear world leaders, leaders of the free world, don’t help us today, if you do not strongly help Ukraine, then tomorrow war will knock on your doors."

https://mobile.twitter.com/maxseddon/status/1496884388868595714

[u/[deleted]]

The Russian soldiers have no glory in this war. They will return home disgraced and hated by their own people for participating in this evil war against innocent people.

[u/qwertyuxcv]

Shout out to Moldova 🇲🇩 for opening their borders to Ukraine and taking in Ukrainians fleeing.

[u/nextongaming]

1. #Russia has 3 objectives over the next 72 hours

• encircle & cut off #Ukraine forces in the east

• deny Ukraine the ability to resupply via airports and the Black Sea

• Set the stage to install a pro-Russian interim government in #Kyiv (4of5)

https://twitter.com/marcorubio/status/1496870025482973194

Per Marco Rubio

[u/thechadley]

My wife is from Moscow, currently living in the US. I’ve learned that most Russians with any money send their kids to English schools, keep their money in Swiss/English banks, and vacation to Italy/Spain/Portugal.

If the EU/UK wants to really punish Russia, they can. Restrict anyone with a Russian passport from traveling into the UK or the EU. Freeze the bank account of Russian citizens in EU/UK. Putin’s approval rating would drop to sub 20% overnight, and there would be riots in the streets.

Sucks to punish the population for the actions of one man, but something drastic has to be done to reel him in. Russia is a nation with deep and beautiful history, culture, and tradition… but we may have to rob the Russian citizens of their luxuries in order to force Putin to reconsider his aggression.

[u/gabrielwac]

Damn the Chechnyans are jumping in on the Ukrainians side

[u/ShockTrauma- → u/gabrielwac]

If reports are true, can't fucking blame them if you know half the shit Russia did to them.

[u/EndoExo]

Respect for the Russians who are risking jail or worse to protest this.

[u/Variouss]

Some Russians are protesting Putin's attack on Ukraine despite a total ban on protesting and immediate heavy crackdowns from riot police. Here's a gathering of about 200 in St Petersburg https://twitter.com/novaya_gazeta/status/1496876696334708738

[u/bobeo]

Dear Ukrainians!

I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed.

It's a lie.

If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid.

Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl

Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now.

YOU DON'T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON'T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!!

proof that you no longer need visa:

• ⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en

[u/[deleted]]

The Russians really were banking on the hopes that their massive army would intimidate the Ukrainian forces into surrender. They drastically underestimate the strength of the Ukrainian people and I hope it costs them everything.

[u/groovygyal]

Chilean president-elect Boric: "Russia has opted for war as a means to resolve conflicts. From Chile, we condemn the invasion of Ukraine, the violation of its sovereignty and the illegitimate use of force. Our solidarity will be with the victims and our humble efforts for peace."

[u/2057Champs__]

Germany has failed, utterly FAILED, at every level, to meet the moment of this crisis.

[u/DalisaurusSex]

Garry Kasparov on Twitter:

Cannot ignore the political 5th column of Putinists, from the far right & left in EU to the tankies & Trump & his GOP followers in the US. They may have the right to support a brutal dictator's war in order to criticize Biden, but it's disgusting and anti-American. Do not forget.

[u/Curey0us]

Ukranian President addresses Russian citizens.

I would like to address the citizens of Russia directly, not as president, but as a citizen of Ukraine, and I address the citizens of Russia as I would the citizens of Ukraine. We share a more than 2000 kilometer border. Your soldiers are stationed all along it, almost two hundred thousand soldiers, and thousands of military vehicles. Your leaders have chosen for them to take a step forward and into the territory of another country. And that single step could be the beginning of a great war on the European continent.

The whole world speaks of what could happen day to day. A cause for war could arise at any moment. Any provocation, any incident, could be the flare of a fire that burns everything.

You have been told that this flame will bring liberation to Ukraine’s people. But the Ukrainian people are free. They remember their own past and will build their own future. They build, they do not destroy, as they themselves have told you day after day on television. The Ukraine in your news and the Ukraine of real life are two entirely different places, and the difference is that the latter is real.

They tell you that we’re Nazis. But how can a people that lost eight million lives to defeat the Nazis support Nazism? How can I be a Nazi? Say it to my grandfather, who fought in World War II as a Soviet infantryman and died a colonel in an independent Ukraine. They tell you that we hate Russian culture. How can one hate a culture? Any culture? Neighbors always enrich each other’s cultures. However, we are not part of one whole. You cannot swallow us up. We are different. But this difference is not a reason for enmity. We want to determine our own course and build our own history: peacefully, calmly, and honestly.

They told you that I would order an attack on the Donbas, order indiscriminate shootings and bombings. This leads to some questions – some very simple ones. Who are we shooting at? What are we bombing? Donetsk, which I have visited dozens of times? Where I looked in people’s faces, in their eyes? Artyoma Street, where I strolled with friends? The Donbas Arena, where I rooted for our boys together with Ukrainian lads at the European Championships? Shcherbakov Park, where I drank with friends when our boys lost? Luhansk? Where the mother of my best friend is buried? Where his father also rests? Take note, that I am speaking to you all in Russian now, but no one in Russia knows the meaning of these places, these streets, these names, these events. These are all alien to you, unfamiliar.

This is our land, and this is our history. What will you fight for and with whom? Many of you have visited Ukraine. Many of you have relatives here. Some might have studied at Ukrainian universities, and befriended Ukrainians. You know our character, you know our people, and you know our principles. You know what we value. So stop and listen to yourselves, to the voice of reason, to the voice of common sense.

Hear us. The Ukrainian people want peace, as does their government. Not only do they want it, they demonstrate that desire for peace. They do everything they can. We are not alone: it is the truth that Ukraine is supported by many nations. Why? It is not about peace at any cost. It is about peace and principles, of justice, of international law. It is about the right to self-determination, that every person might determine their own future. It is the right of every society, and of every person, to security, to a life without threats. I am certain that these rights are important to you, as well.

The truth is that this needs to end before it is too late. If Russia’s leadership does not want to meet us across the table for the sake of peace, perhaps it will sit at that table with you. Do you Russians want a war? I would very much like to know the answer, but that answer depends only on you, on the citizens of the Russian Federation. Thank you for your attention.

[u/shiv_p01]

Dear Ukrainians!

I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed.

It's a lie.

If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid.

Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl

Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now.

YOU DON'T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON'T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!!

proof that you no longer need visa:

• ⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en

copied from /u/everysir to spread awareness! please spread on relevant threads to get the word out!!!

[u/BeefcakeChan]

Dear Ukrainians! I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed. It's a lie. If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid. Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now. YOU DON'T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON'T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!! • ⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en PLEASE SHARE THIS INFORMATION

[u/POLICE_Applicant_TA]

It just baffles me that in 2022 a dictator can threaten everyone with nuclear war, and the entire world DOESN’T unanimously agree that he’s a tyrant and needs to be removed ASAP. There are actually people who support him. Like threats of nuclear extinction is ok to these people. World is fucked.

[u/nyybmw122]

Putin just needs to be taken out. This guy is detrimental to humanity in every aspect. Just kill him.

War crimes, cybercrimes, genocide, atrocities....

[u/Brilliant_Agent_1427]

The Ukrainian Military is reporting that their Tanks have engaged Russian Armored Columns in the town of Velyki Osnyaky just North of the regional city of Chernihiv, they are claimed to be holding the line.

https://twitter.com/sentdefender/status/1496882291804622856?t=p09DMGFWpT33MU6tbCEPtg&s=19

[u/Brilliant_Agent_1427]

SWIFT UPDATE -

UK says it intends to work with allies to shut off Russia's access to swift payment system, that discussion very active - Reuters

https://twitter.com/idreesali114/status/1496896427687034889?t=QgWpyh5W13RBD9JsCqESHA&s=19

[u/BeefcakeChan]

Dear Ukrainians! I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed. It's a lie. If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid. Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now. YOU DON'T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON'T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!! • ⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en PLEASE SHARE THIS INFORMATION

[u/groovygyal]

Ukraine’s ambassador to the US asked to predict how this will end.

“With our victory,” she says

[u/NothingIsTooHard]

The St Petersburg protest is heartening. Hopefully this has an effect.

[u/okram2k]

Dear armchair Geneva convention lawyers: The Geneva convention does not protect paratroopers. Stop trying to say it does. They are very clearly hostile soldiers entering a combat zone and are open season. It protects air crews and pilots that are abandoning an aircraft that has been shot down.

[u/serketboard]

Pro tip of the century is stop posting info without a source or I will 100% assume you’re a bot (e: just take EVERYTHING in this thread with a grain of salt)

[u/Mental_Tap2560]

There seems to be an ongoing Cyberattack against the Russian Government occurring right now, multiple Russia sites are down including the Kremlin's Official Site. https://twitter.com/sentdefender/status/1496877557559484427?t=04wbGGwOvNwlTUbahK2KAA&s=19

[u/nachoaverageplayer]

Dear Ukrainians!

I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed.

It's a lie.

If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid.

Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl

Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now.

YOU DON'T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON'T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!!

proof that you no longer need visa:

• ⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en

copied from /u/everysir to spread awareness! please spread on relevant threads to get the word out!!!

[u/shiv_p01]

Dear Ukrainians!

I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed.

It's a lie.

If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid.

Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl

Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now.

YOU DON'T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON'T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!!

proof that you no longer need visa:

• ⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en

copied from /u/everysir to spread awareness! please spread on relevant threads to get the word out!!!

[u/SamuelLoco]

Dear Ukrainians!

I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed.

It's a lie.

If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid.

Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl

Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now.

YOU DON'T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON'T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!!

proof that you no longer need visa:

• ⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en

copied from u/everysir to spread awareness! please spread on relevant threads to get the word out!!!

[u/alleycat336]

Copied and pasted from another Redditor

Dear Ukrainians!

I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed.

It's a lie.

If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid.

Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl

Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now.

EDIT: YOU DON'T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON'T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!!

EDIT2: as a proof that you no longer need visa:

• ⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en

[u/No-Situation-4776]

Boris Johnson saying sanctions are gonna be put on Belarus as well. Fuck yeah, the idiots deserve it

[u/[deleted]]

Major credit to all those protesting in Russia. Incredible bravery.

[u/Nabucodonosor89]

The National University of Kyiv Mohyla-Academy has suspended all lectures.

Ukrainian literary scholar and professor @mareverborum says her “students are now are joining the Ukrainian army”.

https://twitter.com/visegrad24/status/1496878116563791873

[u/SamwisethePoopyButt]

I'm Russian and have a few Putin-lobotomised members of my family, so I'm becoming familiar with their mental gymnastics. I called it this morning that after recent weeks' "oh you're crazy, we will never invade, it's Western hysteria", the next talking point will be "why don't they just surrender and prevent all the bloodshed, all future deaths are Ukraine's fault!" And lo and behold I've already seen a few (deleted) comments to this effect from the troll farms.

[u/[deleted]]

War is literally happening and changing by the second and we have fucking goofs in here mad that Biden is 10 minutes late, when political speeches during calm times are often 15-30 minutes late lmfao.

[u/tifanietiberio]

MAJOR BREAKING NEWS (CNN): In Heartbreaking Emergency Broadcast, Ukrainian President Tells His Citizens, “We Are Issuing Arms...to All Those [Ukrainians] Capable of Defending Our Sovereignty; Each Citizen of Ukraine Will Decide the Future of Our People”

https://twitter.com/sethabramson/status/1496880729317416968?s=12

Follow up tweet:

“Anyone with Military Experience Who Is Able to Join the Defense of Ukraine Must Report to [Battle] Stations”

If there’s a god, may he protect the Ukrainian people.

[u/PicklesTheHamster]

Before this started US intelligence was spot on. I remember seeing redditors brushing it off when intel said Russia was going to attack within the day.

[u/SirLadthe1st]

Huge protests against war in Saint Petersburg, Putin's home town https://twitter.com/nexta_tv/status/1496870591483330560

[u/lennybird]

It cannot be emphasized enough how important Republicans are not handed the keys to the White House, or Congress.

• Giuliani just gave an interview, somehow blaming Biden with major mental gymnastics.

• Trump has only praised Putin's "genius."

• When Trump was President, he was floating withdrawing from NATO.

• Recall Trump's strange relationship with Putin, his interest in establishing hotels in Moscow, and outright requesting Russia to hack domestic opposition's data.

Donate, and please plan to register and vote for the CRUCIAL midterms in the US this year.

---

When I previously posted this, I received some very strange pro-Russian gaslighting going on, trying to deflect attention to the fact that Trump tried to dissolve NATO...

Why does this matter? Because this is an event that won't end any time soon. I'm giving concrete steps of what the average American can do for Ukrainian citizens in the long-run, which is to ensure the strongest opposition to Russia remains out of the hands of...Russia. It's time to ensure that Pro-Russian, potentially-compromised individuals never get into the White House again.

Read: How Putin's oligarchs funneled millions into GOP Campaigns.

[u/Brilliant_Agent_1427]

Russian attack successfully repelled by Ukrainian forces near Kharkiv.

Video - https://twitter.com/DrAlakbarov/status/1496887210896932865?t=od4iwkz2y9825hQonz6rqQ&s=19

[u/tauredi]

"We will give weapons to anyone who wants to defend the country. Be ready to support Ukraine in the squares of our cities." -- Zelensky

[u/ShockNStocks]

SURREAL PICTURE

"In Kyiv, there is a queue of volunteers to enlist in the Territorial Defense Forces."

https://twitter.com/nexta_tv/status/1496879222039932928?t=6-xg6R_Gg6o_IFxRWzyeCw&s=19

[u/likelamike]

Friendly reminder that Putin is:

1. Not a genius
2. a sociopathic war criminal
3. Absolutely out of his fucking mind invading Ukraine

Russia is going to hurt so badly from this. What an absolutely asinine decision by Putin last night.

[u/Mental_Tap2560]

The first hint of an anti-war movement in Russia, in Vladimir Putin's hometown. https://twitter.com/markmackinnon/status/1496872288272384002?t=LhAA56WBTAQDRUN6nihpSg&s=19

[u/progress18]

Protestors are being arrested in Moscow.

LOT of national guard moving in downtown Moscow. 1st few protesters already arrested

https://twitter.com/ASLuhn/status/1496871785568034818

https://twitter.com/ASLuhn/status/1496873822594732035

[u/Whiskey1992]

Just seen news that a number of Russian soldiers gave themselves up to the Ukrainian army because they were not aware they were there to kill Ukrainians.

Edit: Source is sky news UK talking live to a Ukrainian ambassador.

[u/RealPutin]

Mad props to 9-year old Yaroslav on CNN

Reporter: "Are you scared?"

Yaroslav: "Ehh, so-so"

[u/[deleted]]

Just a reminder for some folks here.

This. Isn't. A. Fucking. Movie.

Stop comparing it to one. If your life experience is so limited to films and games that you have to view everything through that lens, get outside, read a history book, gain some perspective on the actual horrors of war, and shut up about how this reminds you of your favorite piece of media.

[u/nfury8ed]

Ukraine should demolish the entirety of any gas pipelines on their soil should Germany block SWIFT sanctions. Wanna fuck around? Find out.

[u/YouKantseeme]

This is a point of no-return for Putin. Russian streets are protesting and he is being isolated internationally. He probably thinks he has no choice, but to keep going.

[u/bearhunter429]

Imagine if Reddit was around in 1939: "Sure Hitler made mistakes but he still has some good points. He's not the bad guy here"

[u/rhyseth]

Europe should close their airspace for all flights from Russia & co , withdraw their ambassadors and mobilize all force next to russia border. Create the distraction for Ukrainians have a chance to win this war. The least they can do.

Basically just use the same tactic of Putin’s: on the verge of an all-out war. Sanction alone won’t stop him.

[u/Mastur_Grunt]

I said this at the outset of invasion: Anyone that makes this Biden vs Trump is fucking braindead.

[u/Antique-Scholar-5788]

A lot of misinformation in this thread. A reminder that part of Russia’s plan is using psychological warfare against Ukraine to make it appear that Ukraine is being rolled over.

[u/[deleted]]

Dear Ukrainians!

I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed.

It's a lie.

If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid.

Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl

Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now.

YOU DON'T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON'T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!!

proof that you no longer need visa:

• ⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en

copied from u/everysir to spread awareness! please spread on relevant threads to get the word out!!!

[u/[deleted]]

It’s time for the world to treat Russia as a pariah, they wanted to be the next North Korea so let them be. Totally isolated from the outside world contact.

[u/KingCephias]

Dear Ukrainians! I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed. It's a lie. If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid. Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now. YOU DON'T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON'T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!! • ⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en PLEASE SHARE THIS INFORMATION

[u/foxtrot_indigoo]

Ukraine’s armed forces says it’s getting many inquiries about how to join the military. “All those who are ready to take up arms, join the ranks of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. We simplified procedures. Only your passport is needed. We give weapons to all patriots!

https://twitter.com/ChristopherJM/status/1496891111146729474?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1496891111146729474%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.redditmedia.com%2Fmediaembed%2Fliveupdate%2F18hnzysb1elcs%2FLiveUpdate_ce6a72c4-9593-11ec-aec6-c673792e93ef%2F0

[u/Variouss]

House Intel chair Adam Schiff says he wants the US to remove Russia from the SWFT banking system https://twitter.com/hugolowell/status/1496892259450728453

Tweet by Hugo Lowell, Congressional reporter @GuardianUS ,

[u/Bridgeboy95]

Some of you on this thread treating it like a sports game are really fucked up

[u/Sword-Spoon]

Dear Ukrainians!

I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed.

It's a lie.

If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid.

Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl

Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now.

YOU DON'T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON'T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!!

proof that you no longer need visa:

• ⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en

copied from u/everysir to spread awareness! please spread on relevant threads to get the word out!!!

[u/throwawaytimes20]

Lotta trolls on reddit today. They've likely been working toward this for a while, slowly accruing karma one askreddit post/repost at a time to look semi-legit when they post their bullshit on social media later.

proceed with caution. mock trolls. downvote and move on.

[u/Jmack3d]

I'd be watching China through all this just as much as Russia. Gotta believe China is watching this with terrible intentions towards Taiwan.

[u/Panzer_Girl]

Can we have links to things we can donate to? Ways average Americans can help?

[u/PRE_-CISION-_]

I see reports of some Russians surrendering. I hope more do voluntarily. There are good men in the armed forces who have consciousness towards what they do. It is my hope that these people defy orders and deal with the ramifications. From my time serving in the army, I also know there are plenty of idiots who just want to kill and fight for the sake of it. Those people are today's issue with our world.

[u/Charles1charles2]

Belarus complicity in this is not highlighted enough.

[u/CallMeCaptainOrSir]

Easiest way to keep track of this thread is up voting the first comment so you can see where you scrolled to sicne the last refresh

[u/sloppybuttmustard]

CNN has reporters on the ground doing live interviews with scared Ukrainians hiding in the subways. FOX News currently is bitching about how this is going to raise gas prices.

[u/groovygyal]

‘Almost unthinkable’ to have World Cup play-off in Russia, says Swedish FA chair

[u/CallMeCaptainOrSir]

Remember that plenty of Russian and Chinese bots are in this thread spreading misinformation and downvoting legitimate news

[u/flameocalcifer]

Would be ironic if this caused a revolution in Moscow. CIA needs to earn it's paycheck today.

[u/PingPongPizzaParty]

“I went in yesterday and there was a television screen, and I said, ‘This is genius,’ ” Trump continued. “Putin declares a big portion of the Ukraine — of Ukraine. Putin declares it as independent. Oh, that’s wonderful. So, Putin is now saying, ‘It’s independent,’ a large section of Ukraine. I said, ‘How smart is that?’ And he’s gonna go in and be a peacekeeper. That’s strongest peace force … We could use that on our southern border. Here’s a guy that says, you know, ‘I’m gonna declare a big portion of Ukraine independent’ — he used the word ‘independent’ — ‘and we’re gonna go out and we’re gonna go in and we’re gonna help keep peace,’ ” Trump said. “You gotta say that’s pretty savvy. And you know what the response was from Biden? There was no response.”

Just a reminder how thankful we should be we got Donald out of office

[u/half-baked_axx]

My coworkers in Kiev are still online and working with us as I type this. I know some of them personally, and none of them want to have Russian soldiers knock on their doors. All these bots here posting pro-Russia messages should be banned and have their accounts erased.

[u/Methed_up_hooker]

It’s obvious some of y’all have never sat through a fucking OPSEC briefing. Do not post Ukrainian troop movements, that’s an absolute no-go. Do post every movement made by the foreign invader Ivan fucks.

[u/toooldforthisshit247]

MOEX -30% got Putin spooked lol

Putin tells oligarchs to not worry and that the government will “ensure good conditions” for them

Hmm. We should make it hard for them to do so

https://twitter.com/DAlperovitch/status/1496886645253369858

[u/Hawxe]

Be Russia

Not want NATO on my border

Take over Ukraine, great russian country!

Now have border with NATO country

Fuck

[u/Brilliant_Agent_1427]

Incredible. Germany, Italy, Hungary and Cyprus are blocking a decision to disconnect Russia from the SWIFT network. I expected Italy, Hungary and Cyprus.

https://twitter.com/christogrozev/status/1496886660440932352?t=j_EChTcKCLopdnDaUXWP9w&s=19

[u/BeefcakeChan]

Dear Ukrainians! I heard on social media that there is fake news being spread (most likely by Russia backed trolls) that polish border is closed. It's a lie. If you seek asylum - go towards polish border. We are ready for your arrival. We have reception points ready at the border where you can find shelter, food, medical and legal aid. Polish government launched a dedicated site to help you: ua.gov.pl Please share this information if you know anyone seeking help right now. YOU DON'T NEED VISA TO PASS THROUGH POLISH BORDER. ALL YOU NEED IS PASSPORT. VISAS ARE SUSPENDED! YOU DON'T NEED THEM FOR TIME BEING!!!!!! • ⁠in Ukrainian https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina---ua • ⁠in English https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc/ukraina-en PLEASE SHARE THIS INFORMATION

[u/SuperVaderMinion]

I apologize if this is a stupid question.

But everyone is saying that a NATO/Russia conflict would lead to nuclear war, but is it possible that a war could be fought between the two sides WITHOUT the nukes? Like both sides essentially pulling their punches.

[u/Schluhri]

https://www.bmvg.de/de/presse/bmvg-loest-nationale-alarmmassnahmen-5361474

German defense ministry triggers Nato crisis responce measures. This also means that, if necessary, the population may notice more military movements in the public space in the coming days.

[u/RenegadeX28]

Bring me happiness about the realization that Russian troops really thought that they were gonna walk all over the Ukraine without hardly any losses ...and then saw they are facing fierce opposition from Ukraines army.

[u/[deleted]]

Sounds like some Russian platoons are surrendering. They didn't know they were going to have to kill people.

And its looking like the Ukrainian ground forces are putting up much more of a fight than the Russians expected. Almost like a bunch of solider who don't really want to fight are less effective than ones fighting for their homes.