All Ukrainian troops have been forced from parts of Russia’s Kursk region, which Moscow lost control of last year to a surprise Ukrainian incursion, Russia’s top general said in a Kremlin meeting Satu

The leaked American ceasefire proposal would end sanctions on Russia, freeze the front line and see America formally recognise Russia’s annexation of Crimea. The intelligence officer, based in Kyiv, does not hide his disdain.

Donald Trump claimed Russia and Ukraine are nearing a ceasefire, suggesting high-level talks to finalize the deal after his envoy's meeting with Putin. Trump believes "most major points are agreed to" and urges an end to the bloodshed.