Russia offers 24-hour ceasefire out of Mariupol

Russia has promised a 24-hour ceasefire shall take place in the Ukrainian city of Mariupol, which is expected to begin in a few hours, permitting people to leave the besieged city.

Ukrainian forces will be watching for a renewed Russian assault further east of Ukraine, after Moscow indicated their military efforts would be concentrated there. We'll hear from a solider on the front line in Donbas.

Germany makes moves to reduce its use of gas, as tensions over supply from Russia continue.