The latest developments in Russia’s war on Ukraine. 1:45 p.m.: A senior U.S. military official briefed Pentagon reporters Monday on the latest developments in the war between Ukraine and Russia. Sweden and Finland applied last year to join NATO following Russia's invasion of Ukraine but all 30 member states must approve their bids. Commenting on the downgrading of ties, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said: "The Estonian regime has got what it deserved." It coincides with the first anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine on February 24.

Source: Washington Post January 24, 2023 01:37 UTC