Zelensky reports "good news" from its northeast region
b'Ukraine says its troops have recaptured several areas near Kharkiv, and a video shows signs of a chaotic Russian retreat.\\xa0 According to President Zelensky, "The occupiers are gradually being pushed away from Kharkiv." Meanwhile, a\\xa0top US intelligence specialist says Vladimir Putin is preparing for prolonged war in Ukraine and that Russian failures could usher in a\\xa0dangerous new phase. And President Biden has urged Congress to act fast to pass a $40 billion aid package to help shore up Ukraine\'s defenses and address humanitarian needs. Our coverage begins with CNN\'s Scott McLean reporting from Lviv.\\xa0\\n\\nAlso in today\'s show: We take a close look at brand new inflation figures.\\nTo learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'