The strikes got here after the UK promised to offer Ukraine numerous navy drones.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak made a shock go to to the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, and introduced that the UK would enhance its monetary help for Ukraine to £2.5 billion subsequent monetary yr – a rise of £200 million.
Mr Sunak stated: “Ukraine won’t ever be alone. Putin would possibly suppose that he can outlast us however he’s unsuitable. We stand with you right now, tomorrow and for so long as it takes.”
It has additionally been reported that Russian forces hit a grain silo within the Kharkiv Oblast, destroying the grain inside.
An investigator from the area two gliding bombs hit the silo in a single day.
Serhii Bolvinov wrote on Fb: “Destroyed crops and destroyed premises – the Russians proceed to raid civilian objects.”
As Russia ramps up its strikes on Ukraine, Kyiv has offered its peace system in an try and push the 2 sides towards a deal that would finish the conflict.
On Sunday, a gathering was held between nationwide safety advisers from world wide in Davos.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was not current. He’ll deal with the World Financial Discussion board (WEF) this week.
Ukraine has offered a 10-point peace system that seeks the expulsion of all Russian forces from Ukraine – each side are combating from largely static positions alongside a roughly 1,500km (930-mile) frontline.
Switzerland hosted the peace talks, and stated the intention was to discover a resolution “for an enduring and simply peace in Ukraine”.
However the Swiss Division of International Affairs stated in an announcement: “The conflict is way from over and peace remains to be nowhere in sight.”
