Ukrainian and Russian medal ceremonies offer a stark contrast on the war’s 300th day.

The presidents of Ukraine and Russia both handed out medals on Tuesday: President Volodymyr Zelensky traveled to the besieged eastern city of Bakhmut to recognize Ukrainian soldiers as artillery thundered in the distance, while President Vladimir Putin honored Russian occupation figures and propaganda leaders inside the safe, gilded halls of the Kremlin.

The contrast captured the intractability of a war that began 300 days ago, with Mr. Zelensky flashing fresh defiance and Mr. Putin signaling no letup in his assault. Read more

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