Boris Johnson to call Putin, aiming to 'accelerate diplomatic efforts'

Boris Johnson will step up his presence in the Russia-Ukraine crisis by holding a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin and visiting the region "in the coming days".

The move comes as Ukrainian reservists, some clutching mock wooden rifles, have taken part in military exercises on the outskirts of the country's capital Kyiv.

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