The Latest Breaking News from Vladimir Putin

South Korea has expressed “deep concern and regret” over a meeting between North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin that was apparently focused on expanding military cooperation as the two isolated, nuclear-armed leaders vowed to support each other in their escalating confrontations with the United States

US threatens additional sanctions on North Korea and Russia in case of an arms deal – while South Korea also warns of consequences

Kim is continuing his tour of eastern Russia after his summit with Putin at the Vostochny Cosmodrome.

Ukrainian officials on Thursday ordered the evacuation of families with children in areas of the southern Kherson region that are “subject to constant enemy fire”, Governor Oleksandr Prokudin said. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments on the war in Ukraine. All times are Paris time (GMT+2).

As the war enters its 568th day, these are the main developments.

Karin Kneissl says she is moving to Russia to lead a thinktank she set up with St Petersburg University

North Korean media report that Kim was briefed on space vehicles during his meetings in Russia, though no specific detail of any deal has emerged

Former PM says west is dragging its feet in support for Ukraine and calls for urgent supply of weaponry in Spectator column

US says it ‘won’t hesitate’ to impose more sanctions on Russia and North Korea if they conclude any new arms deal.

Washington could impose more sanctions, but analysts say penalties are unlikely to halt Moscow-Pyongyang alliance.

Ex-president remains under four separate criminal indictments