Russia’s bombardment of Ukraine has edged closer to central Kyiv as a series of strikes hit a residential area. READ MOREWhat happened in Ukraine today? Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speaks in Kyiv, Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said barrages hit four multi-story buildings in the city and killed dozens of people. The UN said close to 700 civilians in Ukraine have been confirmed killed, with the true figure probably much higher.

Source: Irish Examiner March 16, 2022 04:00 UTC