Ukraine-Russia war latest: Modi tells Putin conflict must end for humanity’s sake as Kyiv hit by drone attacks

Ukrainian forces have trapped approximately 2,500 Russian soldiers on the Kinburn Spit, disrupting their logistics through drone strikes. Meanwhile, Russia continues its aerial bombardment of Kyiv, prompting calls from international leaders for an end to the conflict.
Why it matters
The tactical situation on the Kinburn Spit represents a significant logistical challenge for Russian forces in the ongoing war.
Kyiv says it has restricted ammunition and food deliveries to the thin strip of beach sand where Moscow’s troops are stranded
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