US envoys discussed concrete Ukraine war proposals with Putin before Kyiv talks, but the economic stakes depend on details still undisclosed.
Russia has eased vehicle operation restrictions, enabling individuals with limb loss to drive buses and trucks, reflecting evolving labor policies amid veteran reintegration challenges.
Several hundred Ukrainian soldiers have deserted military training courses in Germany since 2022, reflecting broader challenges in Ukraine's armed forces during prolonged conflict.
President Zelensky warns of Russia's plans to expand military mobilization in 2026 and deepen military ties with North Korea, reflecting structural strains in Moscow's war efforts.