The mayor of the Ukrainian city of Melitopol has been kidnapped by Russian forces, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky.Ukraine’s parliament claims a plastic bag was placed over Ivan Fedorov’s head by a group of 10 armed men.Footage appears to show Mr Fedorov being escorted across a square in the city centre by the troops.Zelensky said Russian forces “have transitioned into a new stage of terror”.To sign our Refugees Welcome campaign petition click here and if you are able to donate then please click here.Click here to sign up to our free newsletters.
Footage appears to show Mr Fedorov being escorted across a square in the city centre by the.
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