Ukraine news LIVE – How Vladimir Putin’s invasion has pushed YOUR energy bills up as despot’s war triggers global crisis

VLADIMIR Putin’s war is pushing up UK energy bills – but Ukrainians are “paying in blood” warned Boris Johnson Yesterday marked Ukraine’s Independence Day, but also the day of the six-month anniversary since Russia launched the bloodthirsty attack on the nation. Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a surprise visit to Kyiv, announcing: “What happens in Ukraine matters to us all, which is why I am here today to deliver the message that the United Kingdom is with you and will be with you for the days and months ahead, and you can and will win.” But the PM also warned: “If we’re paying in our energy bills for the evils of Vladimir Putin, the people of Ukraine are paying in their blood.” Supply issues linked to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine are one reason behind rapidly rising power bills. Recent warnings suggest the average amount UK households pay for their gas and electricity could reach £6,000 next year. The UK has also pledged a further £54 million worth of aid, including military munitions and weapons. Read our Ukraine-Russia blog below for the latest updates…