Kyiv is trying to hammer out concessions from Moscow and iron-clad security guarantees from its allies to end the war as Russia appears to dig in on territorial claims.

Trevor Crane, 38, was found dead in Kharkiv, Ukraine on January 31 with head injuries sustained while fighting for the International Legion for Defense of Ukraine, according to his mother, Santa Clara City Council member Janene Burton.

As casualties in Ukraine continue to mount, the Kremlin is seeking new sources of manpower while trying to avoid the political shock of full mobilization. Just days before the New Year, Russian leader Vladimir Putin signed laws expanding military conscription.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced over 55,000 military casualties as peace talks continue in Abu Dhabi this week.