PM calls the war ‘immoral’ and Dutton says resolution must not reward ‘murderous’ Putin. Follow today’s news live

Peter Dutton has again condemned “Russia’s illegal, unprovoked, and abominable invasion of Ukraine” on the third anniversary of the war.

In a joint statement with shadow defence minister Andrew Hastie and shadow foreign minister David Coleman, the opposition leader spoke of the “horrors and heartache of war” and described Ukraine as a “country of heroes.”

Three years ago, Putin expected a quick victory. He thought the people of Ukraine would swiftly surrender. But Putin miscalculated. He underestimated. He was wrong.

President Zelenskyy has been a brave and inspirational leader in staring down a murderous dictator.

Today marks three years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. For three years, Ukraine has bravely resisted Russia’s illegal and immoral war of aggression.

Australia mourns the loss of life of Ukraine’s citizens and defenders, and the generational toll of Russia’s brutality. Australia continues to stand with Ukraine.

Working with Ukraine and our partners, Australia supports a just and lasting peace for Ukraine.