Ukraine conflict.The Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer took to Instagram today to show the current situation in Obolon, where he grew up.The clip, filmed from an apartment block, showed a street in the Obolon district in Kyiv with blasts heard in the background.It also shows what appears to be a military vehicle stopping at a car park.In view of his 114,000 followers, Nikita captioned the footage: “This is happening in Kiev, in Obolon - were I grew up. (sic)“My grandma, is right there, couples of minutes away.”He continued: “Later in this video you can see a tank going over a civilian car with innocent people in it.”Nikita also shared a picture of Ukraine’s flag yesterday as the conflict began to escalate.He captioned the image: “Heartbreaking.”The TV star was inundated with messages of support from fans, who sent their “prayers” to him and his Ukrainian relatives.Nicola_jjones commented: “I’m so so sorry Nikita.“Prayers for you, your family, loved ones and the people of Ukraine - we stand with Ukraine!”Rock_godess_rules added: “Heartbreaking to hear of this news.“Sending much love to you and your family.“I hope your family are safe at this time.
Hope and praying.“We are all standing behind you.”Twinklesd1970 wrote: “Lots of love Nikita and prayers for Ukraine.”Nikita’s co-star, Motsi Mabuse, 40, has also taken to social media to share her heartbreak over her Ukrainian relatives.The Strictly judge tweeted about her despair for her Ukrainian mother-in-law who is "crying" and "afraid" at the chance of a Russian attack.Motsi wrote in view of her 71,300 followers: "It's heartbreaking hearing my mother in law crying this morning, afraid."And there's absolutely nothing we can do!
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