Here's your 5-point cheatsheet to this big story:
Russian forces are inching closer to the capital Kyiv from the north and west. Scenes of widespread destruction in the northern town of Chernihiv, where dozens of civilians have been killed in shelling, missile attacks and air raids have been reported.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned of "colossal and catastrophic consequences not only for Europe but also the whole world" if foreign powers attempt to establish a no-fly zone in Ukraine.
One of Ukraine's negotiators has said a third round of talks with Russia on ending the fighting will take place tomorrow. Mr Putin in a phone call with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said Moscow is ready for dialogue over Ukraine if all its demands are met.
A host of international broadcasters, including the BBC, CNN, Italy's RAI and Germany's ARD and ZDF, said they will stop reporting from Russia after it passed a law punishing the publication of what it calls "fake news" about its invasion with jail terms of up to 15 years.
Russia is more isolated than ever after a historic vote at the UN Human Rights Council for a probe into violations committed during the war on Ukraine, with only Eritrea siding with Moscow. More than 1.37 million people have fled Ukraine into neighbouring countries since Russia invaded last week, the UN says.
Germany To Cut Down Military Aid For Ukraine In 2025: Report Ukraine Says "Strengthening" Positions In Russia Amid Raging War Ukraine, Russia Both Claim Advances In Kursk Region Life On Earth Originates From One Ancestor, Older Than Previously Believed Kolkata Rape-Murder: Fractures, 150 mg Semen, Other Claims Denied By Cops Siddaramaiah's Swipe At Governor Amid Calls For Resignation: 10 Points Widows Living In UP Shelter Homes Send Handmade Rakhis To PM Modi Watch: Russian Woman Travels In Mumbai Local Train, Chats With Passengers Germany To Cut Down Military Aid For Ukraine In 2025: Report Track Latest News Live on NDTV.com and get news updates from India and around the world.