In Kyiv, I found a mood of confidence. Ukrainians know that Russia is creaking and that Europe has their back, says Guardian Europe columnist Nathalie Tocci

Any participation by representatives of Germany or the European Union in possible peace talks between Ukraine and Russia must be decided by Ukraine's leadership. — Ukrinform.

In Kyiv, I found a mood of confidence. Ukrainians know that Russia is creaking and that Europe has their back, says Guardian Europe columnist Nathalie Tocci