All articles tagged with #russian forces
Originally Published 21 days ago — by Reuters
Ukrainian troops have withdrawn from the eastern town of Siversk amid ongoing Russian advances, as Russia pushes towards key Ukrainian cities in the Donbas region, increasing pressure on Ukraine's defenses and complicating peace negotiations.
Originally Published 21 days ago — by France 24
Ukrainian troops have withdrawn from the eastern town of Siversk amid increased Russian military activity, as several Ukrainian regions experience power outages and casualties following a large-scale Russian drone and missile attack. The situation continues to evolve with ongoing clashes and strategic shifts.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
Thick fog has facilitated Russian advances into the strategic Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, with Russian troops attempting to encircle Ukrainian forces using covert tactics and exploiting weather conditions, while Ukrainian defenses try to hold the city amid ongoing assaults and logistical disruptions.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty
The battle for Pokrovsk, Ukraine, intensifies as Russian forces claim to have captured numerous buildings in fierce house-to-house fighting, with Ukraine's military defending the city amid significant casualties and strategic efforts to prevent Russian advances into the Donetsk region.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Guardian
Russian forces are intensifying their control over Pokrovsk in eastern Ukraine amid ongoing street fighting, while Moscow considers resuming nuclear testing in response to deteriorating relations with the US, which has not conducted a nuclear test since 1992. The battle for Pokrovsk is crucial as its fall could allow Russian advances into key Ukrainian cities, despite Ukraine's efforts to defend the city amidst shortages and strategic challenges.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by BBC
The article reports on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, including Russia's claim of capturing Chasiv Yar, the verification of drone and missile strikes in Kyiv, and the broader context of Russian military activity and Ukrainian defense efforts, with ongoing efforts to verify footage and claims.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
Ukrainian President Zelensky faces a critical challenge in drafting more troops to defend against Russian attacks, as the military struggles to recruit the thousands of soldiers needed. The lack of a clear mobilization strategy has led to divisions in parliament and society, with concerns about a severe shortage of qualified troops. The ongoing debate over the mobilization bill reflects the difficulty in addressing the urgent need for more combat-ready troops, as the country grapples with a strategic crisis and mounting pessimism about its ability to hold off the Russian onslaught without additional support.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Kyiv Post
Ukrainian Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrsky acknowledged "miscalculations" by individual commanders in the Avdiivka sector, where Russian assault units are attempting to breach Ukrainian defenses and seize control of settlements. Syrsky outlined his primary tasks, including effective utilization of combat capabilities, destruction of Russian artillery and armored vehicles, and maintenance of occupied positions. Analysts predict that Russian forces may target settlements west and northwest of the city in the coming weeks, but the terrain and water bodies in the area are likely to impede their advance. The recent change in command was dismissed as a conflict between former Commander-in-Chief Valery Zaluzhny and President Volodymyr Zelensky by Ukraine’s military intelligence head, Kyrylo Budanov.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Forbes
Ukraine has lost one of its rare American-made Assault Breacher engineering vehicles outside Avdiivka, a former stronghold in eastern Ukraine, as Russian forces continue to advance. The loss of the heavily-armored vehicle, which is equipped for mine- and obstacle-clearing, is a blow to the Ukrainian army's defensive capabilities. The United States had donated at least one Assault Breacher to Ukraine, but further aid has been blocked by Russia-aligned Republicans in the U.S. Congress. This loss further depletes Ukraine's engineer battalion, which has already suffered significant losses in specialized engineering vehicles during the ongoing conflict.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty
Ukrainian troops are constructing new defensive positions west of Avdiyivka after withdrawing from the city, while many residents have also evacuated. Kyiv has accused Russian forces of shooting eight prisoners of war, sharing a video of one alleged incident. Military analyst Yan Matveev suggests that the Russian Army's lack of discipline, impunity, neglect, and brutality may have played a role in these events.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
Ukraine's military is withdrawing its troops from the besieged town of Avdiivka in eastern Ukraine to avoid encirclement and preserve the lives of service personnel, as Russian forces have been making significant gains and Ukrainian troops are running out of artillery ammunition. The town, almost completely destroyed after months of fierce fighting, has been on the front line since 2014, and its fall marks a major change in the ongoing conflict. The US Senate approved a $95bn foreign aid package, including $60bn for Ukraine, but the lack of artillery ammunition is hindering Ukraine's ability to disrupt Russian assaults, prompting concerns about the town falling into Russian control.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Ukrainian soldiers are withdrawing from the town of Avdiivka as advancing Russian forces breach a critical supply line and threaten to encircle them. Ukrainian military officials are maneuvering to more advantageous positions and setting up a backup logistical route to transport supplies. The capture of Avdiivka would be the Russians’ most significant battlefield achievement since taking Bakhmut last May, indicating Ukraine's deteriorating hold on the town after months of brutal combat.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Newsweek
Ukraine is rushing reinforcements to the embattled city of Avdiivka, which has been under a grinding offensive by Russian forces seeking to encircle and capture it. Ukrainian commanders and observers warn of the deteriorating battlefield situation, with reports of Russian advances and breaches in Ukrainian lines. The city's defense is crucial for both sides politically, as Russian President Putin seeks a victory ahead of elections and Ukrainian President Zelensky aims to show Ukraine's ability to fight tough battles. The new Ukrainian commander-in-chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi, is leading the effort to save Avdiivka, despite the intense fighting and severe casualties.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Forbes
The Ukrainian army's 110th Mechanized Brigade retreated from Avdiivka, a Ukrainian stronghold, under the covering fire of the 3rd Assault Brigade, as they faced a desperate shortage of artillery ammunition due to blocked U.S. aid. The 3rd Assault Brigade, trained for assault, is now employing active-defense tactics to hold strategic positions and buy time for the 110th Brigade's withdrawal. However, experts caution against launching a serious counterattack, emphasizing the need to conserve resources and avoid risking the 3rd Brigade in a futile battle for a city that Ukrainian forces cannot hold.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Kyiv Post
Ukrainian forces in Avdiivka are receiving reinforcements as they continue to face intense fighting against Russian forces attempting to capture the city. The 110th separate mechanized brigade is being replaced by other AFU formations, with reinforcements arriving to bolster the defense. Russian troops are aiming to sever supply lines and outnumber Ukrainian forces, with intense combat ongoing. Ukrainian troops are facing significant risks to confront the enemy, and the situation remains highly challenging as both sides engage in fierce combat for control of strategic sites.