Russia-Ukraine live news: Moscow says will cut back operations

Moscow says it will reduce military activity near Kyiv, Chernihiv after negotiations in Istanbul draw to a close

• Russia’s military claims it will “fundamentally cut back” offensive operations near Kyiv and Chernihiv in order to boost “trust” in talks between Moscow and Kyiv.
• The announcement comes after delegations from Kyiv and Moscow conclude face-to-face talks in Istanbul, Qazet.az reports.
• President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukrainian forces have retaken control of Irpin, a key town located near the capital, Kyiv.
• Ukraine says it will resume civilian evacuations via humanitarian corridors after a one-day pause over safety concerns.