Earlier today, Russian-controlled media spread rumors that President Zelensky had fled. Wrong. Here he is in Kyiv with his top aides. The very definition of a dignified and courageous leader. #StandWithUkrianepic.twitter.com/SUqmVi5qpM
Ukrainian forces hold Kyiv amid fierce fighting as Russian advance slows
Outmanned Ukrainian forces are holding on to their capital after resisting an overnight onslaught that included explosions and bursts of gunfire. As fighting receded during daylight hours, Kyiv was still in Ukrainian government hands.