Ukraine's Army Advances Towards Bakhmut, Evacuations Underway

The Ukrainian army has recaptured the village of Andriivka, located ten kilometers from Bakhmut, resulting in significant casualties and equipment losses for Russian forces. Meanwhile, Ukrainian authorities have ordered the compulsory evacuation of civilians in the Kherson region, which is regularly bombed by Russian forces. The region, partly controlled by Russia, had previously seen a lightning advance by Ukraine last year. The evacuations aim to protect families with children from constant enemy fire. Additionally, Kherson's regional authorities are preparing for emergency situations this winter, including ensuring electricity supplies, following Russia's deliberate strategy of "terror bombing" Ukrainian civilians last winter.