Why are some people leaving Russia?

Rumours have been spreading about the possible introduction of martial law

Fears for the strategic port of Kherson

Mayor of the port of Kherson said Russian forces were in control

Russia warned residents that it was preparing to hit targets in the Ukrainian capital

The US attempts to cripple the Russian economy following the invasion of Ukraine.

Tens of thousands of people have already crossed into countries bordering western Ukraine

International condemnation of Russia has grown steadily louder.

Amid the threat of a Russian invasion, Ukraine faces a number of challenges.

Germany has paused the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline project

President Putin recognised the autonomy of Donetsk and Luhansk

He has accused US regulators of "unrelenting investigations" to silence him.