The sights, sounds and stories from Ukraine | USA TODAY

Hear from the people living through the crisis in Ukraine, where Russian troops have invaded.

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Despite international condemnation of Russia's strike against its smaller neighbor, Russia carried out airstrikes on cities and military bases. The violence prompted thousands of Ukrainians to flee their homes, looking for safety in nearby countries.

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