15 Startling Moments About Russia Invading Ukraine

On February 24th 2022, the President of Russia Vladimir Putin announced a “military operation” and Russia invaded Ukraine. The world has been watching in disbelief as Russia has ensued violence throughout the country of Ukraine, and many innocent Ukrainian civilians and military personnel have lost their lives. Since the initial invasion, many Ukrainians and expatriates living in Ukraine have been displaced from their homes, stranded in shelters, fled the country to safer territories, or have been land locked by horrifying and incessant explosions and destruction. As tension has escalated, footage of bombings and airstrikes have flooded social media, and people around the world have begun standing in solidarity with Ukraine. The series of events are continuing to change quickly, and staying abreast of the current affairs is essential in times such as this. For a brief overview of the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, read these 15 heartbreaking facts about Russia invading Ukraine.

137 lives were lost on the first day of the Russian invasion.

Within the first day of Russia invading Ukraine, casualties were already staggering. According to Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy, 137 lives were lost on day one of the invasion, including innocent civilians and military personnel.

Hacker organization Anonymous declares cyberwar on Russia.

To show support for Ukraine has taken credit for hacking the Russian Ministry of Defence database, according to The Guardian. And in order to promote pro-Ukraine content, Anonymous has also hacked multiple TV channels.

People in Ireland have shown support for Ukraine on social media.

People from around the world are showing support for Ukraine, including Ireland. Images online show red paint staining the entrance of the Russian Embassy in Ireland. The caption read, “We stand with you, Ukraine.”

A heartbreaking video goes viral, of a Ukrainian father saying goodbye to his family.

One of the most gut wrenching moments of footage of the Ukrainian’s new harsh reality is of a father who must say goodbye to his family. He is staying to fight against Russia, while his family leaves for safety. The video shows him hugging his daughter tightly.

Thousands of people in Lithuania take to the streets to demand peace for Ukraine.

The European country of Lithuania flooded the streets outside of the Russian Embassy in their country to demand peace. Ten thousand people marched and showed solidarity by collectively carrying huge Lithuanian and Ukrainian flags on their backs.