Explosions heard in cities across Ukraine after Vladimir Putin announces operation to ‘demilitarise’ neighbouring country. Follow the latest news and updates
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Scenes from Kyiv show residents carrying bags and suitcases at a metro station in the city.
Others show quiet streets and queues for cash machines.
