Russia's Attack on Ukraine Has Begun as the U.S. and Europe Urge Putin to Stand Down

Explosions were heard in Kyiv after Russia’s Vladimir Putin announced a military action in Ukraine.

Russia launched an attack on Ukraine early Thursday local time, capping a months long buildup of forces.U.S. President Joe Biden said he would announce more retaliatory measures Thursday in response to the attack.

After Russian President Vladimir Putin's announced a military action in Ukraine, explosions were heard in the country's capital of Kyiv, according to NBC News. In a statement, Biden said Putin"has chosen a premeditated war that will bring a catastrophic loss of life and human suffering." He said he would meet with G-7 leaders Thursday then"announce the further consequences the United States and our Allies and partners will impose on Russia for this needless act of aggression against Ukraine and global peace and security."

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