At least 10 countries have asked their citizens to leave Ukraine before tensions escalate further. These panicked warnings came after US issued a warning saying that Russia could attack Ukraine any day now. WION brings you more insights.

As Russian invasion fears loom, countries urge their citizens to leave Ukraine

US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin has ordered the temporary repositioning of Florida National Guard troops out of Ukraine, said Pentagon Press Secretary John Kirby in a statement on Saturday.Kirby reiterated US` commitment to the Ukrainian armed forces amid the ongoing Russian aggression in Ukraine.

Taking to Twitter, he said, "@SecDef has ordered the temporary repositioning of @FLGuard troops out of Ukraine. Abundance of caution, safety and security of our personnel his paramount concern.

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We remain committed to our relationship with the Ukrainian armed forces."Earlier in the day, the US State Department has told non-emergency personnel at its embassy in Ukraine to leave due to reports of Russian troop build-up near the border with Ukraine and "potential for significant military action," the US embassy in Kyiv said Saturday."

Today, the @StateDept ordered non-emergency US employees at the Embassy to depart due to continued reports of a Russian military build-up on the border with Ukraine, indicating the potential for significant military action," the embassy tweeted.

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The core team of US diplomats will stay in Ukraine, however, the embassy said.The US and several NATO countries have been pumping Kyiv with weapons in recent weeks, alleging that Russia is planning to invade Ukraine, which Moscow denied.

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US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin has ordered the temporary repositioning of Florida National Guard troops out of Ukraine, said Pentagon Press Secretary John Kirby in a statement on Saturday.

US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin has ordered the temporary repositioning of Florida National Guard troops out of Ukraine, said Pentagon Press Secretary John Kirby in a statement on Saturday.Kirby reiterated US` commitment to the Ukrainian armed forces amid the ongoing Russian aggression in Ukraine. Taking to Twitter, he said, "@SecDef has ordered the temporary repositioning of @FLGuard troops out of Ukraine. Abundance of caution, safety and security of our personnel his paramount concern. Also read | After a series of Houthi attacks, US F-22 fighter jets arrive in UAE We remain committed to our relationship with the Ukrainian armed forces."Earlier in the day, the US State Department has told non-emergency personnel at its embassy in Ukraine to leave due to reports of Russian troop build-up near the border with Ukraine and "potential for significant military action," the US embassy in Kyiv said Saturday." Today, the @StateDept ordered non-emergency US employees at the Embassy to depart due to continued reports of a Russian military build-up on the border with Ukraine, indicating the potential for significant military action," the embassy tweeted. Also read | Taliban detains 29 women and their families in Kabul, claims US diplomat The core team of US diplomats will stay in Ukraine, however, the embassy said.The US and several NATO countries have been pumping Kyiv with weapons in recent weeks, alleging that Russia is planning to invade Ukraine, which Moscow denied.

US Defence Secretary orders Florida National Guard troops to reposition out of Ukraine

Joe Biden warned Russian president Vladimir Putin that the US would impose swift and severe costs on Russia if his forces invaded Ukraine. The warning comes as US officials say a Russian invasion could begin "at any time."

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken speaks to Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov amid tensions

Amid heightened tensions in Europe over the Ukraine crisis, a Russian submarine passed through Turkey's Bosphorus strait on Sunday (February 13) to sail to Black Sea. Six Russian naval landing ships have already sailed through the strait to Black Sea last week.

The submarine on Sunday was a Kilo-class submarine Rosotv-on-Don.

More than 30 ships from the Russian Black Sea fleet have started training exercises near the Crimea peninsula as part of wider navy drills, RIA news agency reported citing the fleet.

The naval movements have been taking place even as more than 100,000 Russian troops remain stationed along Russia-Ukraine border. US President Joe Biden has already said that the invasion may take place on February 16.

Many countries have begun asking their diplomats in Ukraine to return home in light of the rising tensions. Russia faces immense pressure from the Western countries who have warned of sanctions as well as military action if Russia chooses to invade Ukraine.

Russia announced last month its navy would stage a sweeping set of exercises involving all its fleets this month and next, from the Pacific to the Atlantic, the latest show of strength in a surge of military activity during the standoff with the West.

(With inputs from agencies)

Amid heightened tensions in Europe over the Ukraine crisis, a Russian submarine passed through Turkey's Bosphorus strait on Sunday (February 13) to sail to Black Sea.

Amid heightened tensions in Europe over the Ukraine crisis, a Russian submarine passed through Turkey's Bosphorus strait on Sunday (February 13) to sail to Black Sea. Six Russian naval landing ships have already sailed through the strait to Black Sea last week. The submarine on Sunday was a Kilo-class submarine Rosotv-on-Don. More than 30 ships from the Russian Black Sea fleet have started training exercises near the Crimea peninsula as part of wider navy drills, RIA news agency reported citing the fleet. The naval movements have been taking place even as more than 100,000 Russian troops remain stationed along Russia-Ukraine border. US President Joe Biden has already said that the invasion may take place on February 16. Many countries have begun asking their diplomats in Ukraine to return home in light of the rising tensions. Russia faces immense pressure from the Western countries who have warned of sanctions as well as military action if Russia chooses to invade Ukraine. Russia announced last month its navy would stage a sweeping set of exercises involving all its fleets this month and next, from the Pacific to the Atlantic, the latest show of strength in a surge of military activity during the standoff with the West. (With inputs from agencies)

Amid Ukraine crisis, Russian submarine sails to Black Sea

The US has said that the Russian invasion of Ukraine is possible even before the end of the Beijing Winter Olympics. The US has repeated its warning of severe sanctions on Russia. Meanwhile, Military drills have intensified across Eastern Europe

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Watch ground report on the Georgia National Legion Head Quarters, where 17,000 foreign fighters from 27 nations are training in Ukraine against possible Russian invasion.

Ground report on the Georgia National Legion: 17,000 foreign fighters from 27 nations are in Ukraine

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US President Joe Biden warns Russia's Vladimir Putin over Ukraine invasion

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has confirmed a trip to Moscow for next week, despite warnings from the US government of a possible imminent Russian attack on Ukraine.

Brazilian President Bolsonaro confirms Russia trip despite Ukraine conflict

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Nations tell their citizens to leave Ukraine

Amid the rising tensions between the West and Russia, French President Emmanuel Macron dialled Russian President Vladimir Putin.

French President Emmanuel Macron speaks to Russian President Vladimir Putin amid Ukraine conflict

Thousands of people hold a rally in support of the Ukrainian government in Kyiv as tensions mount over Russian invasion fears.

Thousands march in Kyiv in a show of support to the Ukrainian government amid Russian invasion fears

Russia accuses the West of seeking to provoke a conflict

As fears of Russian invasion loom over Ukraine, the United States has dramatically raised the alarm warning that a Russian invasion could begin within few days. The White House said that a Russian invasion starting with civilians being caught under aerial bombing could begin any time even before the end of the Beijing Olympics.

United States: Russian invasion could occur any day

US, British and Norweigan nationals have been asked to leave Ukraine as war tensions with Russia mount over the Ukraine crisis. Meanwhile, the UK has urged Russia to step back from conflict.

Efforts at shuttle diplomacy by the the West continues amid Russian invasion fears

WION brings a report from Ukraine's first line of defence. The border where Ukraine, Belarus and Russia meet. Border guards warn of land mines below the snow.

WION reports from the Russia-Ukraine border: Border guards warn of land mines below the snow

As tensions over Ukraine are ramping up, the West fears of full-fledged invasion. Russia is moving large number of troops to its borders while world leaders are shuttling between the capitals. The big question is if there's a way out of this. Here are a few possible scenarios that can play out.

Can Russia-Ukraine crisis end? WION decodes the possibilities

The QUAD foreign ministers discussed Russia during their third meeting in Melbourne. But there was no mention of the crisis in the joint statement. How did India react to US attempts to pull the QUAD into a European crisis? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas Ukraine Direct: India reluctant to discuss Russia at QUAD meet

Europe is divided over American troop deployment. Denmark is reversing a long-standing policy to allow US troops on its soil. In Slovakia, people are protesting. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas Ukraine Direct: Ukraine-Russia crisis: Denmark may soon host US troops

The Normandy Talks have failed. The Russian Military has surrounded Ukraine. Where are things headed? Is a war inevitable? Palki Sharma decodes the possibilities with WION's correspondents from Berlin, Washington D.C. & London.

Gravitas Ukraine Direct: Russia Vs Ukraine: Decoding Friday's biggest developments

The Indian Business Community in Ukraine is on the edge. A war could spell doom for their livelihoods. Palki Sharma interviewed Indian businessmen based in Kyiv to understand their worries.

Gravitas Ukraine Direct: WION speaks to Indian Businessmen in Ukraine

The Normandy format talks between Russia and Ukraine broke down in Berlin after 9 hours. US President Joe Biden is asking Americans to leave Ukraine immediately. With each diplomatic failure, is Europe inching closer to war? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas Ukraine Direct: Russian build-up grows as Moscow-Kyiv talks break down

Thousands of Russian soldiers and tanks have been deployed near the Ukraine-Belarus border in the north. How are Ukrainian border posts preparing to defend against Russia? Palki Sharma visited the Senkivka checkpost near the Russian border to find out.

Gravitas Ukraine Direct: WION reports from Ukraine-Russia border

The National Opera of Ukraine has withstood wars & conflicts. Today, it stands resolute in the face of a looming invasion. The performances continue in all their glory, instilling hope among the residents of Kyiv. Palki Sharma went backstage to witness the pre-show rehearsals.

Gravitas Ukraine Direct: 'The Show must go on' WION goes backstage at an Opera House in Kyiv

Report from Ukraine: Military drills intensify in Eastern Europe amid Russian invasion fears

The US has said that the Russian invasion of Ukraine is possible even before the end of the Beijing Winter Olympics. The US has repeated its warning of severe sanctions on Russia.

Sources: US President Joe Biden met his security advisers over the Ukraine crisis

British and Norweigan nationals have been asked to leave Ukraine as war tensions with Russia mount over the Ukraine crisis. Meanwhile, the UK has urged Russia to step back from conflict.

British nationals urged to leave Ukraine amid the second round of UK-Russia diplomacy bid

British and Norweigan nationals have been asked to leave Ukraine as war tensions with Russia mount over the Ukraine crisis. Meanwhile, the UK urges Russia to step back from conflict.

British nationals urged to leave Ukraine amid the second round of UK-Russia diplomacy

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion fears, US President Joe Biden is all set to hold talks with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. The US has said that the Russian invasion of Ukraine is possible even before the end of the Beijing Winter Olympics.

US President Biden to hold talks with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin as invasion fear looms

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