Ukraine has offered Russia a full ceasefire and face-to-face talks, which could be a sign of weakness after heavy Russian strikes.

• Zelensky sent an open letter to Putin proposing direct talks and a ceasefire while they negotiate, and Putin signaled he'd welcome an end to the war.
• The offer comes right after a June 2nd Russian missile barrage that reportedly wiped out Ukrainian intelligence sites and Western weapons supply hubs.
• The claim here is that Russia is winning and may push toward Odessa, while Western leaders still insist the war is a stalemate.
• Side story: the US House passed a non-binding resolution to end the war in Iran, but the administration is expected to ignore it.
• Side story: Albanians are protesting a Kushner luxury resort deal that fenced off public beaches.

Outlook: Whether Putin actually agrees to meet Zelensky is unclear, but more Russian advances are expected near Odessa if no deal holds.