In wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which began last Thursday (24 February), reports suggest that more than 500,000 people, many of which are women and children, have fled their homes in Ukraine to Poland and other neighbouring countries.
It is thought that hundreds of civillians in the country have lost their lives, including children, and thousands have been wounded since the start of the invasion.
While Ukrainian and Russian officials have met today (28 February) for talks for the first time, Major cities in Ukraine – including Kyiv, Kharkiv and Chernihiv – remain under attack from Russian forces.
Many of those still in the country have sought safety in makeshift bomb shelters, bunkers and underground tunnels.
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