Ukraine's military chief has said its forces are doing all they can to hold the line in Kharkiv, but they are facing a 'difficult situation' after Russia's surprise assault on the Kharkiv region began on Friday.

Sky News' security and defence editor Deborah Haynes has been reporting from the village of Ruski Tyshky, where residents are having to evacuate once again, as Russian troops advance.

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