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Ukraine is asking NATO to "close the skies" in a bid to end Russia's air attacks.

An East Kilbride charity has said it is ready and willing to help Ukrainian refugees if any come to Lanarkshire.

Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab has said he believes the conflict in Ukraine could last several months or years.

The Czech Republic’s Karlovy Vary International Film Festival (KVIFF) has added to the film community voices addressing Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Iron Maiden have announced that their upcoming summer shows in Ukraine and Russia have been cancelled due to the ongoing conflict between the neighbouring countries.The band were set to perform at VDNG in Kyiv, Ukraine on May 29 before visiting VTB Arena in Moscow Russia on June 1 as part of their 2022 ‘Legacy Of The Beast’ world tour.Sharing a statement on social media, Iron Maiden said “the promoters have cancelled the two Iron Maiden shows” due to the “ongoing situation in Ukraine”.“We are very sorry to announce that due to the ongoing situation in Ukraine, the promoters have cancelled the two Iron Maiden shows scheduled for May 29th in Kyiv and June 1st in Moscow on the 2022 Legacy Of The Beast World Tour,” the band tweeted.The band added that ticket-holders would we informed by the respective promoters on refunds, and concluded by stating: “Our priority is, and will always be, the safety of our fans.”Ticket-holders for both shows will be informed by the respective promoters on refunds at the appropriate time. Our priority is, and will always be, the safety of our fans.— Iron Maiden (@IronMaiden) March 3, 2022Since the conflict started, the likes of Iggy Pop, Yungblud, Green Day, Franz Ferdinand and Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds are among the acts who have scrapped dates due to the ongoing crisis.It comes after Ukraine severed diplomatic ties with Russia and declared martial law after Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered an attack on the neighbouring nation last Thursday (February 24).Ukraine, which has a population of 44million people, borders both Russia and the European Union.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Motsi Mabuse has taken to Twitter to fume that people are starting to "stop caring" about the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.The wife of Ukrainian dancer Evgenij Voznyuk, 40, who she shares a daughter with, has been raising awareness of the war in Ukraine on her social media platforms.In view of her 72,700 fans, the dance professional told how she feared people were starting to become indifferent to the crisis.Motsi wrote: "The longer this continues the less people care!" alongside praying hands emoji.Replying to her post, she added: "Children are still dying."Bombs still flying."Just days ago, Motsi told how she feared the situation in Ukraine "doesn't feel good".The star relayed her thoughts on the ongoing conflict, [removed 'in Ukraine'] comparing it to the coronavirus lockdowns.Motsi wrote: "Remember after the first lockdown how we all thought we will never see a lockdown again and then boom a second lockdown longer than the first one."This is what the situation feels like!"It seems like the situation is escalating..."Just doesn’t feel good!!!!" she ended her post.Last week, Motsi told how her Ukrainian parents-in-law were in bunkers in Kharkiv following Russia's invasion.Motsi reassured fans that she is in contact with Evgenij’s parents but explained the terrifying situation the city is facing.She penned on Saturday morning: “They spent more than half the day yesterday in the bunkers!“In Kharkiv, there are heavy battles so we can’t get to them!“At the moment there is nothing we can do.

The Russian Football Union have hit back at FIFA and UEFA, claiming the governing bodies have "no legal basis" for banning them from their competitions.

Oleg Sentsov, the Ukrainian filmmaker and activist whose latest work was Rhino, has released a full statement from the frontline of the war backing the boycott of Russian cinema.

Two Falkirk landscapers have travelled to Ukraine to help people flee the country while it is under attack from Russia.

Falkirk stands ready to support the people of Ukraine, councillors have agreed as they called for an immediate lifting of visa requirements to enable refugees to enter the UK.

Ginger Zee revealed to fans that while she was in the midst of some exciting career developments, she couldn't help but feel mixed emotions.MORE: Ginger Zee hailed as an 'inspiration' following emotional messageThe Good Morning America star took to Instagram to share a snapshot from Tampa, Florida, where she will be undertaking a special project, although the only thing in the back of her mind was the Ukrainian conflict.WATCH: Ginger Zee's family moments from special meetingWith a snapshot of the sun-soaked Tampa Riverwalk, Ginger expressed: "Can't help but feel conflicted as I take in the sunshine before a special project I'm working on this week— knowing the terror happening in Eastern Europe. "We have donated, prayed…I just wish I could share this sunshine, peace and freedom with them."MORE: Ginger Zee performs epic hair flip after rain-soaked day – watchDONATE NOW: What can you do to help Ukraine?Fans in the comments sympathized with her and shared similar feelings, as one wrote: "I feel the same way — guilty that I can't do more than pray and donate.""There's a particular amount of guilt in our lives as we savor our freedom today… and they cannot. Fortunate to be born and living here, but conflicted.

Benedict Cumberbatch used the unveiling ceremony of his Hollywood Walk of Fame star to honour his late sister and call attention to the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The Power of the Dog actor received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Monday. In an unveiling speech, Cumberbatch dedicated the star to his late sister Tracy Peacock, who died of cancer in late 2021.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Motsi Mabuse has taken to Twitter to address her fears that the conflict in Ukraine is escalating.The dance star, 40, has been consistently sharing her thoughts about the Russian invasion of Ukraine with her social media fans, but today admitted that it "doesn't feel good" given the most recent update in the country.In view of her 72,000 followers, the professional dancer relayed her thoughts on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, comparing it to the coronavirus lockdowns.Motsi wrote: "Remember after the first lockdown how we all thought we will never see a lockdown again and then boom a second lockdown longer than the first one."This is what the situation feels like!"It seems like the situation is escalating..."Just doesn’t feel good!!!!" she ended her post.Mosti's tweet comes a day after a cryptic post revealing the war between Ukraine and Russia has made her realise she could "never" be friends with some people due to their views on the conflict.Motsi is married to Ukrainian dancer Evgenij Voznyuk and has previously told how his parents remain in their native country, hiding out in bunkers amid Russia’s invasion and unable to escape via the Polish border.Writing on her Instagram story, the star spoke about the differences of opinion on the conflict."This situation also makes me how I could never, ever be friends with some people, friendly, politeness yes but never friends because we care about different things which is fine but also a reminder for me”, (sic) wrote Motsi, who shares a three-year-old daughter with Evgenij.Despite having limited contact with her in-laws, Motsi explained she had been able to speak with them recently and they are still trying to leave Ukraine through its other

Stirling MSP Evelyn Tweed has welcomed humanitarian aid packages from Scotland aimed at helping those fleeing the Ukraine conflict.

Sean Penn said he "walked miles" to the border of Poland on Monday from Ukraine, where he has been filming a documentary about Russia's invasion. The actor took to Twitter to share an update just days after it was revealed he was in Kyiv to film a documentary about the escalating conflict. "Myself & two colleagues walked miles to the Polish border after abandoning our car on the side of the road," Penn revealed in his tweet on Monday.

While the deadly conflict in Ukraine rages on, three Hollywood studios have cancelled upcoming movie releases in Russia.Warner Bros. announced on Monday that it was cancelling its Russian release of The Batman originally slated for March 2, due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.The Walt Disney Company also issued a statement revealing they are cancelling all of their upcoming theatrical releases in Russia, including the upcoming Turning Red, originally slated for release in Russia on March 10.

Glasgow Film Festival has revealed that it has pulled two Russian titles from its line up due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Milla Jovovich is opening up about the current conflict taking place in her home country of Ukraine, revealing that she is “heartbroken and dumbstruck” about the Russian invasion.The 46-year-old actress shared an emotional message, admitting she is still “trying to process the events of this week in my birthplace of Ukraine.”“My country and people being bombed. Friends and family in hiding,” she wrote, explaining that her “blood” and “roots” come from both Russia and Ukraine.

Motsi Mabuse has shared a cryptic post about friendship online just days after Strictly Come Dancing stars have spoken out about the Russia Ukraine conflict. On Sunday (27 February) evening, the Strictly judge took to Instagram to share a pointed message with her loyal legion of fans online.Over the past week, the 40-year-old ballroom dancer has shared a series of concerning posts about her family who have been caught up in the war-torn country.With the limited contact they have, she confirmed that her parents-in-law were unable to cross the border to Germany but now continue to attempt to leave Ukraine via other neighbouring countries.In the sensitive post Motsi confessed that the public reaction to the conflict going on overseas has given her perspective about who she classifies as a friend on the social media platform.She wrote: “This situation also makes me how I could never, ever be friends with some people , friendly , politeness yes but never friends because we care about different things which is fine but also a reminder for me [heart emoji].”It comes after former Strictly Come Dancing star Kristina Rihanoff came under fire from fans for a string of since-deleted tweets which appeared to support Russian president Vladimir Putin.

David Beckham is among the many stars to speak out on the Ukraine and Russia conflict, expressing their shock and sadness over the news.MORE: Elton John and David Furnish release emotional statement - 'We are heartbroken'Taking to his Instagram page on Sunday, the 46-year-old - who became a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in 2005 - shared a series of heartbreaking images of Ukrainian civilians.WATCH: David Beckham shares emotional video from Cotswolds home"The situation in Ukraine is devastating and terrifying for its people," he wrote. "Like any parent it is heartbreaking to see the effect on the innocent children that are now living in a war zone.MORE: Holly Willoughby lost for words as her kids ask about Ukraine crisisREAD: David Beckham makes shock food revelation about unusual dinner date with wife Victoria"As conflict escalates so do the needs of children.

The ongoing conflict in Ukraine amid the Russian invasion was on everyone’s minds at the 2022 Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday. Stars wore pins of the Ukrainian flag on the red carpet and shared their prayers with the people of the nation.