The Russian military’s advance in eastern Ukraine has reached a critical point as they claim to have captured the small town of Niu-York, pushing towards larger population centers in the Donetsk region. Ukrainian forces are putting up a fierce resistance, with the army giving the attacks a “worthy rebuff” as the fighting continues.
The capture of Niu-York is seen as a strategic move towards the Donetsk hubs of Toretsk and Pokrovsk. Ukrainian forces are still fighting back in the area, but the situation remains tense as Russian forces continue to advance.
President Volodymyr Zelensky has described the situation in the east as difficult, but assured that Ukrainian troops are doing all they can to destroy the Russian forces. The military chief has reported that Russia is sending additional troops to the front line in the east.
Meanwhile, Russian military bloggers have shared footage of the Russian flag being raised on a school roof in Niu-York, but Ukrainian forces had destroyed the flag and damaged the roof with a drone earlier this month.
As the conflict escalates, Ukrainian authorities have ordered the evacuation of Pokrovsk, with Russian forces advancing towards the town. The region’s head has stated that thousands of residents, including children, are still in the area.
The Russian Defense Minister has formed new military groupings to counter the Ukrainian operation in border regions, aiming to protect citizens and territories from attacks. Russian officials have downplayed the success of the Ukrainian operation in the Kursk region, while Ukrainian forces continue to push back against the Russian advance.
The situation remains volatile as both sides engage in fierce combat, with civilians caught in the crossfire. The conflict shows no signs of abating as the battle for control of eastern Ukraine rages on.
