Russian and Ukrainian forces are fighting in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians have fled the country. UK Ministry of Defense: Russian troops are building a large defensive line in Zaporozhye Oblast in southern Ukraine.

Ukrainian Prime Minister Shumichali: "We need more artillery and ammunition, medium- and long-range missiles, tanks, and fighter jets" The Ukrainian army is expected to embark on a large-scale reversal offensive against Russia as early as this spring, the defense minister says.