Summary
Russian forces withdrew from the Kyiv and Chernihiv regions, reframing the retreat as a 'gesture of goodwill'. Evidence of atrocities in Bucha and Irpin — mass civilian killings — was revealed as troops departed, triggering international outrage and significantly hardening Western support for Ukraine.
The evidence of mass killings in Bucha and other towns, the international response, and Russia's denials.
Analysis of what Russia's revised war aims reveal about its military capacity and political objectives.
Ukraine war triggers energy supply shock
Global Central Bank Policy
Ukraine war reshapes European politics
Western Democratic Fragility