“Do Not Allow Neo-Nazis Use Your Children, Wives And Elders As Human Shields” – Putin Tells Ukraine Army To Remove Volodymyr Zelenskyy As President

Vladimir Putin has called on the Ukrainian army to remove its government as fighting near Kyiv intensifies.

The Russian leader has finally revealed his true motive for invading his southern neighbour in a chilling message to the Ukrainian military.

‘I once again appeal to the military personnel of the armed forces of Ukraine: do not allow neo-Nazis and (Ukrainian radical nationalists) to use your children, wives and elders as human shields,’ Putin said at a televised meeting with Russia’s security council.

‘Take power into your own hands, it will be easier for us to reach agreement.’

Putin also praised his own servicemen saying there are acting ‘bravely and heroically’.

It comes as Russian troops round in on the capital city Kyiv, where a fierce battle is underway.

The Ukranian president has vowed to stay put despite knowing he is the ‘number one target’. Photo Credit: Getty