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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Wednesday on Telegram that humanitarian aid and a temporary military administration may be needed in the Kursk region as a Ukrainian official outlined plans to establish evacuation corridors for civilians looking to flee. Read our liveblog to see how all the day's events unfolded.

Kyiv, which claims to control 1,000sq km of Russia, has ordered army to develop next ‘key steps’ of operation.

Of all the Russian dissidents freed in the historic East-West prison swap on Aug. 1, Andrei Pivovarov spent the most time behind bars – three years

As the war enters its 901st day, these are the main developments.

Everything going to plan, Ukrainian commander Syrskyi tells Volodymyr Zelenskiy; soldiers recount how Russians failed to protect border. What we know on day 903

Ukrainian leader says his country’s daring operation is evidence that its army maintains ability to seize initiative.

Ukraine said Tuesday that its troops had advanced further into Russia's Kursk region and now control 74 settlements after launching a surprise cross-border incursion a week ago.

Ukraine's top military commander Oleksandr Syrsky was born in Russia and studied in Moscow and yet he is leading an unprecedented assault on Russian territory.

Ukrainian forces advance in Kursk, prompting a state of emergency in Russia. Zelenskyy seeks U.S. support for cross-border attacks.

Editorial: If the startling incursion helps to reshape the conflict, it will do so by resetting the narrative. But it could come at a high price

The border point is now five miles from the frontline yet locals still feel in danger despite hopes Russian guns have been forced to retreat