Civilian evacuations have been halted around the port city of Mariupol as Russian forces ignored a ceasefire and continued their attack. “The Russian side is not holding to the ceasefire and has continued firing on Mariupol itself and on its surrounding area,” said Zelensky Deputy Chief of Staff Kyrylo Tymoshenko. “Talks with the Russian Federation are ongoing regarding setting up a ceasefire and ensuring a safe humanitarian corridor.” More live updates follow:
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