Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky has ordered a mandatory and immediate evacuation of his civilians in the Eastern region of Donetsk. 

Russian forces now control a large part of the area, and are continuing with their advance.

Amidst the siege Ukrainians have been resilient, determined to continue with life where they can - a victory of sorts against the Russian bombardment

Oleksandr Merezhko is the Chair of Ukraine’s Foreign Affairs Committee and he joins us now.

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