Ukraine has dismissed reports it's now open to negotiations with Russia.
Talking to Radio Free Europe, a presidential adviser said Ukraine isn't up for negotiations until all Russian troops leave the country.
Ukranians are being told to brace for more blackouts in Kyiv and other regions as the national grid operator seeks to reduce the strain on damaged energy infrastructure.
A New Zealand aid organisation, ReliefAid, is heading back to Ukraine today with thousands of supplies to help people brave the upcoming winter.
Communications director Anne Bulley spoke to our producer Samuel Wat.
