Gunfire heard as Russian forces enter northern Kyiv

Explosions and gunfire have been heard in a northern district of Kyiv, as invading Russian forces closed in. Footage shared on social media appears to show armoured vehicles driving through Obolonskyi, a district approximately 10km from central Kyiv. Ukraine’s defence ministry asked residents not to leave their houses and to prepare Molotov cocktails Subscribe to Guardian News on YouTube ► Ukraine invasion – live updates ► The Guardian publishes independent journalism, made possible by supporters. Contribute to The Guardian today ► Website ► Facebook ► Twitter ► Instagram ► https://instagram/guardian