Ruling party dominates early results in Russia’s wartime parliamentary vote
The Kremlin wants the elections to showcase popular support for the war in Ukraine and legitimise its action.

The Kremlin wants the elections to showcase popular support for the war in Ukraine and legitimise its action.









Here are the key events on day 1,214 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Truce talks will begin immediately, Trump says after Putin call, but Moscow has not set a deadline for next steps.

Speaking to reporters US President Donald Trump said Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy is ready to “give up” Crimea,
The deal, announced by the US, could lead to a halt in fighting in the Black Sea. But Russia has demands first.
Zelenskyy says he is eager to negotiate peace, a day after Trump moved to pause military aid to Ukraine.
Trump speaks with Putin by phone after US defence secretary said Ukraine’s NATO membership ambitions were unrealistic.
Nariman Dzhelyal has been appointed as Ukraine’s new ambassador to Turkiye after facing jail at the Kremlin’s hands.
As the war enters its 942nd day, these are the main developments.
Deadly attack in Moscow claimed by ISIL affiliate leaves more than 133 people dead and approximately 100 injured.

In an UpFront special, we discuss where the war in Ukraine currently stands and where it is heading.