Ukraine’s continued focus on Kursk shows how important Kyiv believes it is to hold on to Russian land, especially if Trump pushes both sides to the negotiating table.

President Trump said Russian President Vladimir Putin is “destroying Russia” with its nearly three-year war in Ukraine, adding he hopes the Kremlin leader is open to making a deal to end the conflict.

Commander of scandal-hit Ukrainian brigade detained, accused of failing to report desertions ・Ammunition used by Russians halved following Ukrainian strikes, Syrskyi says ・Ukraine Air Force specialists safe from transfer to infantry but mobilization issues remain,