Actions of the Russian side:
Russia** Putin announced a full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24 and called it a "special military operation". He stated that there were no plans to occupy the territory of Ukraine and that he supported the right of the Ukrainian people to self-determination. The Russian side is committed to de-escalating the situation in Ukraine. In view of NATO's continuous eastward expansion and the deterioration of Russia's security environment, Russia had no choice but to make this decision. Russia seeks the "demilitarization and denazification" of Ukraine. This marks the beginning of a large-scale military operation against Ukraine by Russian troops across the borders of Ukraine.
Russian forces have launched a series of military operations following its invasion of Ukraine, including airstrikes, artillery strikes, and ground offensives. Among them, the capital Kyiv became one of the main targets of the Russian army, while other Ukrainian cities were also attacked.
On February 24, there were ** events in Kyiv, Kharkiv, Odessa and Donbass. Russian troops landed in Mariupol and Odessa on the same day, and launched ** cruise and ballistic missiles at Kyiv, Kharkiv and Dnipro.
Russia has mobilized a large number of army, air and naval forces to participate in the invasion operations, including armored convoys, fighter jets, ** and ** amassed on the Ukrainian border, among others. Russian troops launched attacks on the Ukrainian cities of Kyiv, Kharkiv, Luhansk and Donetsk from Belarus, northeast and southeast Ukraine, respectively.
The Russian Airborne Forces tried to seize two main airfields near Kyiv, launching an airstrike on the Antonov airfield. Once Russia's early forces occupy and control the airport and establish positions and fortifications, Russia's follow-up large troops, heavy equipment and armored combat vehicles will land at the airport through strategic transport aircraft, and then pour into the city of Kyiv and go straight to Zelensky's mansion.
Russian authorities have blocked internet access to Ukraine, restricted access to information for Ukrainians, and tried to block access to international social media platforms.
Actions of the Ukrainian side:
On February 24, 2022, Ukraine** Zelensky declared a state of martial law across the country and called on the people in the country to rise up to resist the invasion of Russian troops. At the same time, he called on the international community to support Ukraine. The decision of the Verkhovna Rada (parliament) of Ukraine to enter a state of war through the entire territory of Ukraine. The capital Kyiv metro is open free of charge, and the metro station will be used as a bomb shelter.
Ukraine** has called on the population to participate in national defense, mobilizing militia forces, including volunteers and citizens outside the armed forces, to join the resistance to the Russian army.
Ukraine** appealed to the international community for assistance and support, including military assistance, sanctions against Russia, humanitarian aid, etc.
Ukraine has strengthened its domestic defenses, including strengthening border defenses, mobilizing troops, deploying equipment, etc., to resist Russia's military offensive.
Despite the strong pressure from the Russian army, Zelensky has repeatedly stated that Ukraine will not succumb to Russia's invasion and resolutely defend Ukraine's independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity.
In general, Zelensky took a series of urgent actions in response to the Russian invasion and demonstrated his determination to resolutely defend national interests and the security of his people. His actions inspired the Ukrainian people to resist and won the support and respect of the international community.
Finally, I would like to emphasize the role of the United Nations.
The Charter of the United Nations states:
Member States shall refrain from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity and territorial sovereignty of other Member States.
Member States shall resolve international disputes by peaceful means, including through negotiation, mediation, mediation, arbitration, etc. In addition, the Charter empowers the Council to maintain international peace and security, including sanctions and military action in response to acts of aggression and threats to the peace.
Sanctions and military action against acts of aggression and threats to the peaceIt is the responsibility of the four permanent members of the Security Council.