Video: The First Moments of Russia's Military Operation in Ukraine

Social media users circulated videos on Thursday morning claiming to show the Russian military operation in the Ukrainian Donbas region. In a televised address, Russian President Vladimir Putin authorized a special military operation in Donbas, warning that in the event of foreign intervention, Russia would respond immediately. The Russian president stated that Russia’s actions are for self-defense against threats and larger problems than those currently existing. Putin addressed the Ukrainian army, saying: "Your fathers and grandfathers did not fight, so you may assist the new Nazis." American network "Fox News" reported that Russian forces began entering Ukrainian territory from Crimea. "Reuters" noted hearing gunfire near Boryspil Airport in Kyiv, as well as similar sounds of artillery fire in the Ukrainian capital.