Ukraine leader announces martial law as Russia 'attacks'
Thursday February 24 2022
Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky. PHOTO | REUTERS
Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky said Thursday that Russia was attacking his country's "military infrastructure" and border guards, but urged citizens not to panic and vowed victory.
In a video message posted on Facebook after Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the launch of a military operation against Ukraine, Zelensky also introduced martial law across the country, adding that he had spoken by phone with US President Joe Biden.