The Latest Breaking News from Ukraine

For the first time since Russia’s all-out war, a delegation of Ukrainian children formerly abducted by Russian forces met the press in Rome on Wednesday. A senior official from Zelenskyy’s office said Ukraine wants to formalise the Vatican’s role as mediator to help secure the release of civilians.

Hamish Falconer said he would not be drawn on media reports which suggest the new framework would require Ukraine to give up territory.

Ever since Russia began its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Brussels and European capitals have been clear that they expect to play a role in any peace settlement.

Disguising as civilians in order to launch an attack is typically regarded as a war crime

Wales and Northern Ireland must get past Italy in path A of the World Cup play-offs while Republic of Ireland face a tricky trip to Czechia

Statement from Ukrainian president’s office says country supports all ‘meaningful proposals capable of bringing true peace closer’

The warning comes as Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky prepares to meet US military officials in Kyiv

The current figures are outlined in the Annual Report on Authorised Transit, Import and Export of Armaments which was submitted to parliament in spring.

The Ministry of Digitalisation has warned against disinformation about the rail explosion and urged people to be cautious about online reports and try to verify information.