Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed his condolences to the American people over the fires raging in California. Source: Zelenskyy on Telegram Quote: "I spoke with Biden. I expressed my condolences over the terrible fires in California and the loss of life.

US President Joe Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held discussions on Friday to reaffirm the United States’ support for Ukraine in its defence against Russian aggression. The conversations also highlighted a new US sanctions package targeting Russia’s energy sector.

At least five people are dead and many more injured as several fires broke out across Southern California amid historically dry and windy conditions.