Europe

Russian forces conducted hundreds of strikes across Ukraine overnight, impacting 15 locations with drone attacks, according to Ukraine’s Air Force. Additionally, the bodies of 528 Ukrainian soldiers were returned following a recent prisoner of war exchange between Russia and Ukraine.

Russia’s lawmakers have passed a law authorising the Kremlin to deploy troops abroad to “protect Russian citizens,” effectively granting President Vladimir Putin the power to invade foreign countries. The legislation aims to address perceived injustices faced by Russian citizens abroad, exacerbating concerns over Russia’s military intentions.

Poland is planning to move up to 10,000 additional troops to the border with Belarus to support the Border Guard, Defence Minister Mariusz Blaszczak said on Thursday. The news comes after Russia’s defence ministry said it had downed 11 Ukrainian drones near Crimea overnight, as well as two drones flying towards the capital Moscow. Follow our live blog for all the latest developments on the war in Ukraine. All times are Paris time (GMT+2).

From our sponsors
Advertisement
Advertisement