Russia begins tactical nuclear weapon drills near Ukraine border
Russian forces began military drills near Ukraine, simulating the use of tactical nuclear weapons as a warning to the West against further escalation. [ more ]
Russian Forces Close In on Ukrainian Town in Northeast
Russian forces advancing towards central Vovchansk in Ukraine's northeast as part of new offensive to establish buffer zone near the Russian border. [ more ]
Russian Forces Seize Nine Villages, Amid Difficult Situation' for Ukraine
Russian forces seized nine villages in northeastern Ukraine in a recent push, marking the fastest territorial gain since the full-scale invasion in 2022. [ more ]
Ukraine Says It Is Engaged in Fierce Fighting With Russia in Northeast
Russian forces slowing down in northeastern Ukraine, facing fierce combat. Zelensky cancels international events due to concern over offensive. [ more ]
Ukraine troops withdraw from front-line city of Avdiivka, army chief says
The decision to withdraw Ukrainian troops from Avdiivka was made to preserve soldiers' lives and avoid encirclement by Russian forces.
The battle for Avdiivka has been one of the bloodiest of the two-year war, with Russia seeking to capture the city and limit Ukrainian forces' resupply routes. [ more ]