The Latest Breaking News from Oleksandr Syrskyi

Kyiv says its forces were continuing to strengthen their defensive lines in the area

Russia conducted an array of aerial attacks on Ukraine with cruise missiles, drones and ballistic missiles, Ukraine’s air force said Thursday, while the chief of the army said Russia is increasing its troop concentration in the Kharkiv region where Moscow’s forces have made significant advances in a spring offensive

Capture would give Russians a high-ground advantage for further advance through Donetsk region. What we know on day 782

Ukraine’s Col Gen Oleksandr Syrskyi says Russia has intensified armoured assaults as battles rages over village near Bakhmut. What we know on day 781

International Atomic Energy Agency warns about safety after Russia says Ukrainian drone detonated at nuclear power plant

Ukrainian leader issues starkest warning yet of air defence weapons running out; Russian attack kills eight in eastern city. What we know on day 774

Russia attacking Ukraine with drones, guided bombs and missiles, says president; Kaja Kallas says spending should rise to over 3% GDP

Pressure on US House speaker to allow Ukraine aid vote; Syrskyi says ‘difficult’ on battlefield but enemy taking heavy losses. What we know on day 750

As the war enters its 749th day, these are the main developments.