Boris Johnson has responded to the horrific events by stating a ‘massive package of sanctions” which will “hobble the Russian economy” will be deployed.
“Ukraine is a country that for decades has enjoyed freedom and democracy and the right to choose its own destiny.” Johnson said in a statement.
“We and the world cannot allow that freedom just to be snuffed out. We cannot and will not just look away.
“Today, in concert with our allies, we will agree a massive package of economic sanctions designed in time to hobble the Russian economy.
“And to that end, we must also collectively cease the dependence on Russian oil and gas that for too long has given Putin his grip on western politics.”