Russia-Ukraine war live: Border shelling intensifies after Putin reelected

Russian President Vladimir Putin says his country will not be intimidated as he cements his grip on power in a landslide election victory.

Allies such as China were quick to congratulate Putin but Western countries denounced what they called an illegal election.

Ukraine says residents are being evacuated from border settlements in the northeastern region of Sumy due to increased Russian shelling.

Russia claims downing eight Vampire, two Alder and one Grad multiple-launch rocket system shells over its Belgorod region.