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Russia-Ukraine war by the numbers: Live Tracker
As the Russian offensive enters its eleventh day, we track where battles are taking place and the human cost of war, as more than one million refugees stream out of Ukraine.
As the Russian offensive enters its eleventh day, we track where the fighting is happening and how we got here.Read on for an overview, in infographics and maps, of the situation.
Who controls what in Ukraine?
Russia has resumed its offensive on the strategic port city of Mariupol after a temporary ceasefire failed, with allegations of violations by both sides. Russia’s financial system suffers yet another blow as Mastercard and Visa announce they are suspending operations in the country.
The map below shows which parts of the country are under Russian control as of 05:00 GMT on March 6.
Ukraine and Russia explained in 8 maps and charts
Below are eight infographics that break down the history, politics and economics of the Ukraine-Russia crisis.
1. Conflict at a glance
After months of tensions and intense diplomacy, Russian forces invaded Ukraine. Explosions were heard across the country. Kyiv declared martial law, saying Ukraine will defend itself. Below is a summary of the conflict at a glance.
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2. History of the USSR
Russia and Ukraine were part of the 15 Soviet republics that made up the Soviet Union. Following the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, Ukraine declared independence on August 24. The map below shows when each of these countries declared independence.
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Where are people fleeing to?
Nearly 1.4 million people have fled Ukraine since Russia launched its invasion, according to the UN Refugee Agency’s data portal. Many have sought refuge in Poland and other neighbouring states.
The latest and still growing count had 756,303 people entering Poland, 157,004 in Hungary, 103,254 in Moldova, 101,529 in Slovakia, 53,300 in Russia, 63,192 in Romania and 406 in Belarus. At least 133,876 people have also fled to other European countries.
Most of the arrivals have been women and children. All men aged between 18 and 60 have been prevented from leaving Ukraine to stay and fight.
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