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conflictwar2 years ago•2 min saved

Escalating Russian Attacks Threaten Avdiivka's Security

Russian troops have been attempting to encircle the industrial city of Avdiyivka in eastern Ukraine for several weeks, but have faced strong resistance from Ukrainian forces. The city, which has a prewar population of 30,000, now has only around 1,600 residents due to the devastation caused by the conflict. With no electricity or running water, residents are forced to seek refuge in basements. Despite the presence of a humanitarian support center, it has become dangerous for residents to venture out. Ukrainian forces have engaged in close-quarter battles in multiple directions to defend Avdiyivka.

via Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty|

#avdiyivka #conflictwar #devastation

conflictwar2 years ago•7 min saved

"Reflecting on Kherson's Liberation: One Year Later, Ukraine Remembers the Fight Against Russian Occupation"

One year after the end of Russia's occupation, the city of Kherson in Ukraine still bears the scars of war. More than 70% of the prewar population has fled, and Russian missiles and artillery continue to bombard the city. The region has seen over 400 civilian deaths and hundreds more injured since liberation. Despite initial hopes for further territorial gains, Ukraine's counteroffensive has stalled, leaving the war in a stalemate. The occupation has also left a legacy of suspicion and accusations of collaboration, with over 500 locals suspected of collaborating with Russian forces. However, there were also widespread acts of resistance against the occupiers.

via Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty|

#collaboration #conflictwar #kherson

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

Zelensky's Defiant Visit to Snake Island Marks 500th Day of Ukraine War

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited Snake Island, a symbol of Ukrainian resistance, as the war in Ukraine enters its 500th day. In a video posted on Telegram, Zelensky called the island a "place of victory" and vowed to reclaim every inch of Ukrainian territory taken by Russia since the war began. Snake Island was famously defended by Ukrainian soldiers who defied a Russian warship's order to surrender at the start of the conflict. The island was later seized by Russia but reclaimed by Ukraine. Zelensky's visit comes as he seeks to garner support for Ukraine's NATO membership during a diplomatic tour of European leaders.

via BBC|

#international-relations #president-zelensky #russian-aggression