Russia evacuates thousands in border region

A growing number of Russians are being moved from their homes near the border as Ukraine continues a week-long offensive. Russian President Vladimir Putin says the defence ministry's "main task is to push, to kick the enemy out of our territory". We speak to our security correspondent about Ukraine's strategic aims and why the operation might be a risky gamble.

Opposition in Venezuela is urging global protests in support of its claim to have won the country’s presidential election. We bring together three Venezuelans abroad to discuss the developments in their home country.

We talk about fears of a wider regional conflict in the Middle East. We speak to our expert in the newsroom.

In Greece, a wildfire fuelled by gale-force winds is spreading to the edge of Athens with thousands of residents being told to flee their homes. We hear from residents and speak to our reporter.

Presenter: Lukwesa Burak.

(Photo: Russian President Vladimir Putin chairs meeting with members of Russia Security Council, Novo Ogaryovo, Russian Federation - 12 Aug 2024. Credit: GAVRIIL GRIGOROV/SPUTNIK/KREMLIN POOL/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock )