IoM Government lights Tynwald Building for Ukraine

The Isle of Man Government has shown its support to Ukraine following its invasion from Russian forces.

Last night, the Tynwald building on Prospect Hill in Douglas lit up in the colours of the Ukrainian flag in solidarity.

And the Chief Minister, Alfred Cannan MHK, shared his support via a Twitter post, stating: 'We stand by freedom and democracy. We will do everything we need to support @Ukraine @10DowningStreet at this critical time. Assets we can freeze. Sanctions we can support. United we stand @IOMGovernment.'

Residents in the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, have been urged to seek or remain in shelters, avoid going near windows or on balconies and take precautions against being hit by debris or bullets.

It comes after heavy gunfire and explosions were heard in Kyiv overnight as Russia's invasion of Ukraine entered its third day.

We stand by freedom and democracy. We will do everything we need to support @Ukraine @10DowningStreet at this critical time. Assets we can freeze. Sanctions we can support. United we stand @IOMGovernment

— Alfred Cannan (@alfredcannan) February 24, 2022