Switzerland takes over EU sanctions against Russia • United States withdraws embassy personnel from Belarus

• Dozens have been killed in shelling in Kharkiv, according to a Ukrainian adviser
• Governmental parties D66 and VVD argue during the debate in the House of Representatives for additional investments in Defence
• A Russian and Ukrainian delegation conduct negotiations in Belarus
• The United States closes its embassy in Belarus
• Read here an overview of the most important developments of Sunday night and Monday morning