"Ukraine's Top Commander Warns of Russian Plan to Capture Chasiv Yar by May 9"

Ukraine's top commander warns that Russian forces are aiming to capture the town of Chasiv Yar by May 9, setting the stage for a crucial battle for control of high ground in the east. The fall of Chasiv Yar would indicate growing Russian momentum as Kyiv faces a slowdown in Western military aid. The town lies west of Bakhmut, captured by Russia last year, and Ukraine's brigades are currently holding back assaults with reinforcements. President Zelenskiy has warned of a potential big offensive in late spring or summer, while Russia has focused its attacks in the Donetsk region.