Ukraine says its forces have pushed the Russians back 2 kilometers (about 1 mile) around Bakhmut over the past week. Moscow has rejected Kyiv's claims that it is now on the front foot after months defending the eastern city. Follow live updates:
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South Africa has summoned the US ambassador in Pretoria following his claims that a Russian ship was loaded with weapons and ammunition in Cape Town last December. Monyela said a detailed statement will be released following the meeting. South African Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor will also speak today to her US counterpart, Secretary Antony Blinken, on the matter, according to Monyela.
The office of South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said that no evidence had been provided to support these allegations and that the government planned to form an independent inquiry into the matter.
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