Situation in Ukraine: Protest held near Russian Embassy in Bishkek

The third protest against the special military operation in Ukraine is taking place near the Embassy of the Russian Federation in Bishkek.

About 40 people gathered with banners there, urging to stop the fighting. They do not agree with the Kremlin’s policy, describing what is happening as military aggression. They call on the Russian authorities to stop the attack on Ukraine.

Today is the fifth day of fighting in Ukraine. On February 24, 2022, the Russian President Vladimir Putin announced start of a special military operation. It was regarded in Ukraine and in the West as a full-scale invasion. Severe economic sanctions began to be imposed on Russia on February 25.

The number of casualties, both among military personnel of both countries and civilians, is increasing. The number of Ukrainian refugees fleeing to Europe is growing. Protests against Russia’s actions are taking place in many countries around the world.