Ukraine war: Capturing Kharkiv 'not part of plan', says Putin
Speaking at a news conference in China, Mr Putin, who also says all operations are going according to plan, claimed Kyiv is to blame for the attack in Kharkiv.
Friday 17 May 2024 13:37, UK
Vladimir Putin said capturing the city of Kharkiv is not part of Russia's current plan. Instead, Moscow intends to create a 'buffer zone' for Russia's own security.