The Latest Breaking News from Kyiv

Ukrainian forces have been able to break through Russian defences and are “gradually” making progress in their counteroffensive against Moscow's troops despite “heavy, difficult fighting”, NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg said Thursday. Russia earlier on Thursday described the US decision to supply depleted uranium anti-tank rounds to Ukraine to aid its…

Provision of controversial depleted uranium ammunition for US tanks is part of new $1bn assistance package to Kyiv.

As the war enters its 561st day, these are the main developments.

At least 17 people killed in Russian rocket attack on market in Kostiantynivka; Antony Blinken announces new US aid during Kyiv trip

The new US aid would include HIMARS missile systems, Javelin weapons, Abrams tanks as well as humanitarian assistance.

The U.S. has announced it is sending depleted uranium anti-tank rounds to Ukraine, following Britain’s lead in sending the controversial munitions to help Kyiv push through Russian lines in its grueling counteroffensive

Dozens injured in attack as missiles also launched against the capital

However, Kyiv has made progress – albeit slowly – and Moscow has seen its combat effectiveness undermined by the number of tanks and other vehicles destroyed

Moscow targets cities with missiles as US secretary of state Antony Blinken makes surprise visit to Kyiv

New footage purports to show Britain-made Challenger 2 tank destroyed in combat for first time, Andy Gregory reports

It came as a gesture of support amid Kyiv’s counteroffensive against Russian forces