Summary
Russian President Vladimir Putin declared martial law Wednesday in parts of occupied Ukraine. Putin has said his military mobilization is nearing completion, but hundreds of thousands of Russians have already fled rather than be drafted. In Istanbul, we found Russians who escaped a war they don’t believe in. For a transcript of the story, click here . You may also choose another story from the newscast by clicking the link below and answering the following questions:
Five Facts
- Who are some of the individuals or groups of people mentioned in the story?
- What is the main idea?
- Where and When does the story take place?
- Why did the event(s) covered in the story take place?
- How do you think the NewsHour’s producers decided to produce a story about this topic?
Focus Questions
See, Think, Wonder : What did you notice? What did the story make you think? What story would you want to find out more about? Where would you go to learn more? Media literacy : What additional questions do you have about the way the story was produced (made)?For More
What students can do : Talk with your classmates or family members about the powerful stories you heard in today's lesson. It's very common to think about what you would do in a similar situation. Talk about what you are feeling with others since serious topics like whether or not to flee your homeland are best discussed and shared with others who you trust.Fill out this form to share your thoughts on Classroom’s resources. Sign up for NewsHour Classroom’s ready-to-go Daily News Lessons delivered to your inbox each morning.
