Ukraine-Russia: What to know in the escalating crisis

The UN Security Council meets for an emergency session on Ukraine (Evan Schneider/United Nations via AP)

World leaders have condemned Russian President Vladimir Putin as he heightened fears of war with legislation that would allow the deployment of troops to rebel-held regions of eastern Ukraine.

From a hastily convened meeting of the United Nations Security Council to capitals around the world, leaders condemned Mr Putin’s recognition of the two pro-Russia regions and his order to send troops there. They warned of global fallout from a conflict in Ukraine.