The Latest Breaking News from Ukraine

Recent incursions into NATO territory and manpower shortages faced by the Ukrainian armed forces have accelerated advances in drone technology. No longer just complementary to traditional warfare, they are a necessity on the frontline against Russia – and increasingly on Europe’s eastern flank.

These funds were frozen under sanctions imposed by the EU following Russia's full-scale invasion

‘The shadow of war is knocking on Europe's door once more. That's the reality. We've got to be prepared to deter it’ - armed forces minister Al Carns

The share of people in the EU who are unable to keep their homes adequately warm has increased since the energy crisis sparked by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Ukraine’s ambassador to Washington insisted the meeting ‘only covered national security related issues’

Explosion of improvised bomb was followed by a second as police and medics arrived, say prosecutors; drones hit major Russian military chemical maker. What we know on day 1,388

Ukraine has pushed back against a US-drafted plan and submitted its own 20-point document to Washington as part of negotiations.

This week's diplomatic flurry continued on Thursday when 34 leaders gathered for a Coalition of the Willing meeting to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine. The other aim: get the US on board with their positions.

"Conflict is at our door," Rutte said.