Ukraine's Zelenskiy promises weapons to citizens

STORY: "We are already handing out weapons, and will hand them out to defend our country to everyone who wants and has the capacity to defend our sovereignty. The future of Ukraine depends on every citizen," he said in a speech addressing the nation.

Russia launched an all-out invasion of Ukraine by land, air and sea on Thursday, the biggest attack by one state against another in Europe since World War Two and confirmation of the worst fears of the West.

Zelenskiy also urged Ukrainians to become blood donors in hospitals for wounded soldiers.