Kyiv remains on defence as massive Russian convoy nears

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Concerns are rising over how long Kyiv can continue to defend itself, as a huge convoy of Russian troops and weaponry closes in on Ukraine's capital. Associated Press journalist Joe Federman reports on the ongoing situation and mood in the city, amid worries it could soon be overwhelmed.

Thousands of Ukrainians are also still trying to flee the wrath of Russian forces. As Crystal Goomansingh reports, the Polish border is becoming so crowded that some people are changing course and heading to other countries like Romania in hopes of finding safety.

From vast economic sanctions to ejections from international organizations, Russia is also getting increasingly isolated from rest of the world after invading Ukraine. As Jackson Proskow reports, the conflict has united Western countries, with one historically neutral nation even picking a side.

Meanwhile, under mounting pressure to offer more help, Canada has agreed to send more lethal weapons and equipment to Ukraine, as it fights an invasion from Russia. David Akin breaks down what kind of aid is being sent over, and the kind of action Ottawa has yet to take against Moscow. Plus, Anne Gaviola looks at the staggering toll the sanctions are taking on Russia's economy, and how they could reverberate around the world.

There are more bleak warnings on the climate crisis, as a new United Nations report finds time is running out for countries to take action. Heather Yourex-West looks at the ominous new findings, the major impact on human life, and the stern words pointed at Canada.

And just a few short years ago, he made a career out of entertaining Ukraine. Now as the nation's president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy's defiance is inspiring people amid the Russian invasion. Redmond Shannon looks at Zelenskyy's humbling beginnings as a comedian and actor, and his pivotal presence in this new war.