Russia-Ukraine Conflict: 50,000 civilians would be killed if war happened, claims US

According to the US, Russia has gathered at least 70% of the military firepower it plans to have in place by the middle of February, allowing president Vladimir Putin to launch a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. US officials warned on Saturday that a full Russian invasion might result in the fast takeover of Kyiv and the deaths or injuries of up to 50,000 civilians.