The Latest Breaking News from Vladimir Putin

As the war enters its 908th day, these are the main developments.

Russian President Putin's visit to Chechnya amid Ukraine conflict underscores complex dynamics and strategic importance in ongoing military operations.

Ukraine's military incursion into Russia, a first in the two-year-old war, has handed Kyiv the initiative on the battlefield, but its outcome remains highly uncertain, analysts say.

Surprise offensive boosts morale among some but as evacuations are under way, Russia is advancing towards Pokrovsk.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Ukraine on Friday, officials said, weeks after Kyiv condemned him for hugging President Vladimir Putin during a visit to traditional ally Russia. New Delhi's foreign ministry said on Monday Modi will visit Poland on Thursday before travelling on to Ukraine the next day.

The biggest attack on Russian soil since World War II has rattled Russia and penetrated several kilometres into Russia's Kursk region. President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine now controls over 1,250 square kilometres (480 square miles) and 92 settlements.

An economic catastrophe driven by the fundamental flaws in Russia's current strategy is looming large as Ukrainian forces fight on Russian soil.

India’s government has sought to balance close ties with both Russia and Western allies.

Indian PM Modi's upcoming visit to Ukraine amidst conflict with Russia and delicate balancing act between strategic partnerships and peace efforts.