Northwest officials react to Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Shortly after Russia began its invasion of Ukraine Wednesday evening, Ukrainian-Americans in Washington state began rallying, proclaiming "stand with Ukraine," and displaying the nation's blue and yellow flag on social media and in the community.

The Ukrainian Association of Washington estimates that there are approximately 100,000 people of Ukrainian descent in the state. The association has been urging its community to call the White House and ask for sanctions in recent days.