Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky says Russian forces have “completely destroyed” the eastern Donbas region.
Describing the region where Russia has focused its offensive, he says: “It is hell there, and that’s not an exaggeration”.
Ukraine’s military says the Russian army is advancing in parts of Luhansk and has blocked a strategic highway.
Meanwhile, US senators have approved nearly $40bn (£32bn) in aid for Ukraine – the largest package of support since Russia invaded.
President Joe Biden says Finland and Sweden have his “complete backing” in their bids for Nato membership.
UK PM Boris Johnson has accused Russia of a “craven” blockade of Ukrainian grain exports.
Sources: BBC
