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Ukrainian Armed Forces have announced their withdrawal from the key town of Avdiivka, citing the need to avoid encirclement and preserve the lives of servicemen amid intensified attacks by Russia. Ukraine's military chief stated that their units had inflicted significant losses on the Russian military in the area and that measures are being taken to stabilize the situation and maintain positions.
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.
Ukrainian Armed Forces repelled a Russian assault near Zaporizhzhya, capturing over ten Russian soldiers who surrendered after suffering losses in equipment and manpower, with one soldier expressing admiration for their combat skills. Twelve members of the 71st Motor Rifle Division of the Russian Armed Forces were taken into custody.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is accused of undermining the military chain of command by directly communicating with certain commanders of the Ukrainian Armed Forces (UAF) and bypassing Commander-in-Chief Valery Zaluzhny. This alleged behavior is said to impede Zaluzhny's ability to effectively lead the UAF, creating demotivation and preventing him from commanding the entire army. Zelensky's establishment of parallel communication channels disrupts the normal chain of command and has led to unintended consequences, including a decline in mobilization. The apparent rift between Zelensky and Zaluzhny has gained attention, but officials from the President's Office deny any conflict.
The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has announced a reduction in the timeframe for supplying Ukrainian-made equipment and weapons to the Armed Forces. The changes include simplifying the testing process and allowing manufacturers to determine the technical parameters of the products. The ministry has canceled unnecessary weapons tests and reduced the number of checks during production, enabling troops to receive new weapons and military equipment faster. The focus will now be on confirming the effectiveness, safety, and reliability of the equipment.
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.
Ukraine is set to conduct combat trials of the locally-built reconnaissance drone, SpyGun. Developed by Ukrainian engineers and designers, the drone is equipped with two cameras and has a maximum flight time of 160 minutes. It can operate at a range of up to 50 kilometers and features a built-in radio control system for counter-electronic warfare. The drone's primary role is reconnaissance, but it can also be used for fire correction.
A powerful explosion occurred in Makiivka, near occupied Donetsk, with videos suggesting that a local oil depot was set ablaze. The Ukrainian Armed Forces claim that an enemy supply depot was completely destroyed, eliminating another depot belonging to Russian terrorists.
Russian soldiers were caught on video hastily retreating from a Ukrainian-held property while wearing only their underwear, as they evaded an intense artillery barrage by the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The comical scene was widely shared on social media, showing the soldiers desperately holding up their sliding underwear with their hands. The fate of the Russians remains uncertain as the Ukrainian artillery turned its attention to the same courtyard where the soldiers sought refuge.