The war has now surpassed 1,000 days, coinciding with a marked escalation in hostilities, including increased drone and missile attacks.

James Scott Rhys Anderson, a British man, has reportedly been captured by Russian forces while fighting alongside the Ukrainian army in the Kursk region.

His father, Scott Anderson, expressed concerns about potential torture and confirmed that he had tried to dissuade his son from joining the conflict, fearing for his safety.

Ukraine's air force reported a change in Russian drone tactics, with 145 Shahed drones launched during daylight hours, a shift from previous nighttime operations.

Germany's defense minister announced that European nations will increase military support for Ukraine, especially in light of potential changes in U.S. policy under Donald Trump's presidency.

Anderson served four years as a signalman in the British army before joining the International Legion of Ukraine, which was formed in early 2022 following Russia's invasion.

He worked as an instructor for Ukrainian forces and was deployed to Kursk against his will, expressing his desire not to be there in a video released by Tass.

The captured soldier expressed regret about his decision to fight, stating that it seemed like a 'stupid idea' in retrospect.

Recent missile attacks by Russia have injured civilians in Ukrainian cities, including a strike on downtown Kharkiv that injured at least 23 people.

Amidst the ongoing conflict, Russian forces are gradually regaining territory in the Kursk region, which Ukraine had held for some time.

Donald Trump's security advisor, Mike Waltz, called for negotiations to end the conflict between Ukraine and Russia, underscoring the need for a responsible resolution.

Before leaving for Ukraine, James was an assistant in the Thames Valley police, working in civil custody, and he joined the fight after losing his job.