European countries will start preparing new sanctions on Russia unless the Kremlin by the end of Monday starts abiding by a 30-day ceasefire in its war with Ukraine, Germany's government said. Ukraine's military said Russia had conducted dozens of attacks along the front in eastern Ukraine on Monday as well as an overnight assault using more than 100 drones,

Germany has warned Russia that if it does not agree to an unconditional 30-day ceasefire by the end of the day, Berlin will begin drafting new sanctions. "The clock is ticking," said government spokesman Stefan Kornelius.

Germany has warned Russia that if it does not accept an unconditional 30-day ceasefire by the end of the day, Berlin will begin working on new sanctions. "The clock is ticking," said government spokesperson Stefan Kornelius.