"Ukraine's Ongoing Battle: Updates on Avdiivka Front and Russian Assault"

Ukrainian forces face a renewed Russian onslaught in Avdiivka, with the Russians deploying assault units, armored equipment, aircraft, and artillery. Ukrainian troops have advanced in the southern Zaporizhia region and potentially broken through on the eastern bank of the Dnipro River. Russian forces carried out air attacks using various weapons, while Ukraine shot down three drones and one cruise missile. NATO increased patrols in the Baltic Sea, and Ukraine's parliament approved increased funding for the army. US President Biden is expected to request $60bn for Ukraine, with half going towards replacing and modernizing US weapons stocks.