Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kremlin ‘won’t accept ultimatum’ from Europe as Putin warns of major retaliation (opens original article in a new tab)

Russia rejects European demands, warns of retaliation as attacks in Ukraine kill civilians, while Ukraine seeks peace talks and Poland criticizes Zelensky over historical issues.

• Kremlin rejects European ultimatum and warns of major retaliation against Ukraine's attacks
• Russian strikes in Sumy and Kharkiv kill and injure civilians, including children
• Ukraine accepts Brazil's Lula proposal for peace talks, while Poland strips Zelensky of top honor over historical dispute
• Zelensky threatens action against Belarus if it doesn't remove equipment used in attacks on Ukraine
• EU leaders disagree on approach to Russia, with some seeking direct communication channels