Ukraine war: Zelensky says Russia controls a fifth of Ukrainian territory
Craig TaylorRussian forces are intensifying attacks on the city of Severodonetsk in the eastern Donbas region. BBC News – Europe
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Ukraine war: Russia says US ‘adding fuel to fire’ by sending longer-range rockets
Moscow responds after President Biden says he will supply Kyiv with new long-range missiles. BBC News – Europe
Russian oil: EU agrees compromise deal on banning imports
The latest round of EU-wide sanctions excludes pipeline oil imports after Hungary opposed a total ban. BBC News – Europe
Ukraine war: President Zelensky visits Kharkiv in first trip outside Kyiv region
The president thanked troops on the country’s eastern front line, and sacked the local security chief. BBC News – Europe
Russia scraps age limit for new troops in Ukraine push
Russia’s military says it needs older recruits skilled in hi-tech weapons and other specialisms. BBC News – Europe
EU’s awkward summit: Don’t mention Russian oil ban
The EU’s latest sanctions are held up by infighting, but a summit on Monday is unlikely to solve it. BBC News – Europe