How the world is reacting to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

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As the UN Security Council held an emergency meeting on Russia late last night (Feb. 23), president Vladimir Putin announced the beginning of a military operation in Ukraine. Explosions were heard in Kharkiv, Odessa, and the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv before sunrise. At least 40 Ukrainian soldiers are reported to have been killed.

The West has roundly condemned Putin’s actions, while allies such as China are treading more lightly. Further international sanctions against Russia are likely to be announced later today.

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