Tarnavskyi: Russian forces lost almost 50,000 soldiers in 4 months of fighting for Avdiivka
The Russian army has lost almost 50,000 soldiers and over 1,300 units of military equipment during the active…
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Biden: Lack of ammunition forces Ukraine to retreat from Avdiivka
Ukrainian forces withdrew from the eastern city of Avdiivka on 17 Feb, which President Biden attributed to insufficient ammunition partly caused by delayed congressional funding.
Ukraine Talks, ep. 2. Russia’s nuclear ambitions in space: A threat or a bluff?
The second episode of Ukraine Talks delves into the motives and risks behind Russia’s plan to launch nuclear weapons into orbit, the strategic and political consequences of the Ukrainian troops’ retreat from the frontline town of Avdiivka, Navalny's death and US military aid to Ukraine.
Why Avdiivka fell to Russia
Guided aerial bombs that Ukraine can't counter, overwhelming troop and artillery power, and an element of surprise were behind Russia's rapid overtaking of Avdiivka
Frontline report: Ukraine prioritizes preserving manpower over holding Avdiivka, withdraws troops
In a strategic move to preserve manpower, Ukraine's military has begun withdrawing forces from the fiercely contested Avdiivka, facing both a massive Russian numerical advantage and shortages of artillery shells.
Commander: Ukrainian troops withdrew from Avdiivka
Ukrainian forces retreated from Avdiivka to prepared positions, a Ukrainian commander reports. The withdrawal occurred after months of bloody Russian attacks cut supply lines to the embattled city.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 723: Ukrainian troops reportedly began retreating from encircled Avdiivka
Fierce fighting continues in Avdiivka, Donetsk Oblast, with Ukraine actively preparing new positions and fortifications for all possible scenarios, Commander Tarnavskyi reported. Meanwhile, Ukraine signed security agreement with Germany and France.
Fierce fighting continues within Avdiivka, commander says; sources report retreat from the city
Sector commander Tarnavskyi says fierce fighting goes on in Avdiivka, Donetsk Oblast, as Ukraine continues to prepare new positions and fortifications with all possible scenarios in mind.
Commander: Avdiivka Coke Plant ablaze; several Ukrainian soldiers captured during withdrawal
Avdiivka faces relentless artillery and bombing raids, as Ukrainian forces continue to thwart Russian advances, according to Commander Oleksandr Tarnavskyi.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 722: Ukraine and NATO establish first-ever joint defense institution; Ukrainian vs Russian forces are 1:7 in Avdiivka
Ukraine and NATO establish joint center for defense analysis, training, and education. The situation in the Avdiivka direction is “very difficult,” with Ukrainian defenders facing a 1:7 ratio against Russian forces.
Frontline report: Ukrainian defenses hold as Avdiivka faces up to 60 Russian airstrikes in one day
Ukrainian soldiers noted that due to the dynamic nature of the fighting, some glide bombs fell on Russian soldiers, but the Russian commanders did not care.
Military: Russian troops outnumber Ukrainian forces seven to one in Avdiivka direction
The situation in the Avdiivka direction is "very difficult," with Ukrainian defenders facing a 1:7 ratio against regular Russian army units and special forces, a spox for Ukraine's 3rd Separate Assault Brigade told LIGA.net.
Russian forces conduct largest airstrikes near Avdiivka in 2024
Russian forces intensified their assault on the city of Avdiivka, bombarding it with 73 airstrikes – the highest number in 2024. According to the ISW, Russia controls at least 15.4% of the city.
Indiscriminate Russian shelling kills civilians in eastern Ukraine
The head of the Donetsk Oblast Military Administration said that the Russian attack was a deliberate attempt to terrorize Ukrainian civilians.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 720: Ukraine shifts to defensive operation across frontline; encirclement of Avdiivka looms
Ukrainian troops have switched from offensive to defensive operations aiming to exhaust Russian troops, Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said. Ukraine has transferred one of its best brigades to reinforce the besieged city of Avdiivka, yet the threat of encirclement is rising.
Aerial bombs enable Russian advances on Avdiivka; encirclement looms
Ukraine has transferred one of its best brigades to reinforce the besieged city, but critics warn the situation is getting worse
Frontline report: Ukraine reinforces Avdiivka direction, countering Russian encirclement attempts
Facing Russian fire control over key logistics route, Ukraine reinforces its positions in Avdiivka likely preparing a comprehensive operation to push Russians back to their initial positions.
ISW: Russia constructing 30-km wall of train cars in occupied Donetsk Oblast
The so-called "tsar train" may serve for the Russian military as a defensive line against future Ukrainian assaults, according to the ISW.
Russians are less than 1 km from the Avdiivka supply road; Ukraine’s general says no decision to retreat
Russian troops started urban fighting in the Ukrainian frontline city of Avdiivka a week ago and have advanced by nearly 1 kilometer, almost reaching the supply road on the northern flank.
Russian armed forces use Starlink terminals in Ukraine, sources say
Elon Musk’s company once hailed for aiding Ukraine, now allegedly helps Russian invaders as well.