Ukraine's commander said that the number mentioned by the president might consider factors like current force levels, the creation of new military units, and projections for potential losses in 2024.
Middle East News: RIYADH: Russian President Putin on Wednesday said ties with Saudi Arabia were at an “unprecedented level” as he began a hastily arranged meeting in Ri.
Russia has captured Mariupol, Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu says. He adds that the Azovstal steel plant sheltering civilians, police and soldiers has been securely blockaded. President Vladimir Putin orders the Russian military to cancel plans to storm the plant. He says he wants it to continue to be securely blockade instead.