The U.S. is to send 31 Abrams main battle tanks to Ukraine - along with parts, equipment and training, President Joe Biden has said. The decision follows Germany’s lead to send 14 Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine and to not stand in way of other countries sending their own German-built tanks. The ECHR agrees to hear a case against Russia in the 2014 downing of Flight Mh17.
Read MoreRussian forces appeared to be deploying additional mobilised fighters to hold ground in eastern Ukraine. A senior Ukrainian official has been arrested for embezzlement of aid meant for communities impacted by the war.
Read MoreAmid more violent strikes by Russia on the homes of civilians in Ukraine and following the move by the UK to provide Kyiv with main battle tanks, European countries are said to be readying a decision to provide German-built Leopard tanks.
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