Mariinsky Palace - an 18th century baroque structure serving as a setting for ceremonies and official receptions - has been refurbished and has opened its doors for the public to visit

According to President Volodymyr Zelensky, Russian leader Vladimir Putin is using Ukraine as a weapons testing ground

The Ukrainian army used US-made ATACMS missiles for the first time since the start of the war against Russia; they were employed during an attack on Russian territory

Drone attacks were launched in several regions of Russia, with targets including a munitions factory, while the Ukrainian port city of Odesa suffered widespread damage from Russian attacks

A military team could be sent to Ukraine from South Korea to monitor Russia's planned deployment of North Korean frontline troops