Russian semiconductor plant making missile, jet parts hit in Ukrainian attack, military says Putin visits Kursk Oblast for first time since Moscow claimed its recapture Ukraine dismisses Russian claims of full control over Kursk Oblast,

MOSCOW (Reuters) -Russia said on Thursday it had shot down 105 Ukrainian drones over Russian regions, including dozens heading towards Moscow, as the war in Ukraine heats up even as major powers talk

The barrage comes ahead of a planned call between Presidents Trump and Putin on Monday, as the US pushes for a ceasefire.

Trump has announced plans to speak with Vladimir Putin on Monday to put an end to what he calls a “bloodbath” and “a very violent war” that “should have never happened”. The US