Russia-Ukraine war: 'Ukraine to build new army battalion which includes criminals', claims Russia

Here are the major developments from Kyiv and Moscow as the day draws to a close: Russia continues to build up its military, including ground troops, artillery weapons, and helicopters, in preparation for an expected invasion in eastern Ukraine. Russian military are reportedly gathering on the Russian side of the border and marching into Ukraine's eastern Donbas region, where Moscow has recognised two self-proclaimed separatist republics, according to the Pentagon.