State of emergency declared for Ukraine; Australia introduces sanctions on Russia

Vehículos blindados rusos en la estación de tren de la región de Rostov, Rusia, 23 de febrero de 2022.

Vehículos blindados rusos en la estación de tren de la región de Rostov, Rusia, 23 de febrero de 2022. Source: AAP Image/EPA/STRINGER

Leaders around the world are anxiously waiting to see if Russian President Vladimir Putin will send troops deeper into Ukraine. Criticising Russia's action, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison said Australia and the West would stand up for liberal democracy. Australia has also committed to fast-track visa applications for Ukrainians trying to flee to family here, saying those applications will be assessed as a matter of urgency.


Listen to the podcast in Hindi by clicking on the audio icon inside the picture at the top. 

Tune into SBS Hindi at 5 pm every day and follow us on Facebook and Twitter.


Share
Download our apps
SBS Audio
SBS On Demand

Listen to our podcasts
Independent news and stories connecting you to life in Australia and Hindi-speaking Australians.
Ease into the English language and Australian culture. We make learning English convenient, fun and practical.
Get the latest with our exclusive in-language podcasts on your favourite podcast apps.

Watch on SBS
SBS Hindi News

SBS Hindi News

Watch it onDemand