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strategic retreat

Ukraine Forces to Retreat From Severodonetsk: Governor

"Remaining in positions that have been relentlessly shelled for months just doesn't make sense."

in the crossfire

Road Shelled as Russian Forces Battle for Devastated Ukraine City

The shelling happened on the road between the towns of Siversk and Bakhmut, now the main route being used to reach the city of Lysychansk.

'historic moment'

EU Leaders Agree Candidate Status for Ukraine, Moldova

The decision sets the two ex-Soviet nations at the start of a years-long path towards joining the bloc.

Relentless offensive

Key Ukrainian City Under 'Massive' Russian Bombardment

"They are just destroying everything," said the governor of Ukraine's Luhansk region.

capital punishment

Captured Fighters ‘Deserve’ Death Penalty, Top Russian Lawmaker Says

Duma Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin said capital punishment is "especially relevant in wartime conditions."

Russia Claims Progress in Fight for Ukraine Flashpoint City

The Russian army was still seeking to establish control over Severodonetsk’s industrial zone.

Russian General Reported Killed in Ukraine

Roman Kutuzov is at least the fourth Russian general killed in over three months of fighting in Ukraine.

Putin Warns of Strikes Over Missile Supplies as Blasts Rock Kyiv

Putin's comments came after the United States last week said it would supply Ukraine with advanced missile systems.

Ukraine Says it Controls 'Half' of Severodonetsk

After being pushed back by a Russian offensive on the city, Ukrainian troops have steadily clawed back ground there.

Street fighting

Russians Have Lost Ground in Severodonetsk: Regional Governor

On Saturday, Russia's army had claimed some Ukrainian military units were withdrawing from Severodonetsk.

as resources allow

Ukraine Says ‘Everything’ Being Done to Defend Donbas From Russian Onslaught

An intensifying Russian offensive is prompting Kyiv to consider a strategic retreat from some key areas to avoid being surrounded.

Pockets of resistance

Russia Intensifies Donbas Offensive as War Enters Fourth Month

Russia is now focused on securing and expanding its gains in Donbas and the southern coast.

Russian Army General Gerasimov Visited East Ukraine Frontline – Reports

General Valery Gerasimov is the highest ranking Russian uniformed officer to have visited Ukraine.

offer to surrender

Russia Says ‘Ready’ for Truce at Mariupol Plant

The Defense Ministry said the ceasefire would start with the "raising of white flags" by Ukraine's forces at the Azovstal plant.

Civilians Flee Eastern Ukraine After Deadly Railway Station Attack

Six weeks into its invasion, Russia looks set to launch a new offensive in eastern and southern Ukraine.

Ukraine Warns of ‘Last Chance’ To Flee as Russia Prepares Eastern Attack

The evacuation calls come amid fears of fresh atrocities, after chilling discoveries in areas from which Moscow's troops have withdrawn.

bracing for impact

Ukraine Governor Urges Evacuations in Region Targeted By Russia

Since Russia said it would focus on the "liberation" of the Donbas, residents have been living in fear of a major offensive.

missile shot down

Moscow Says 23 Dead in Donetsk After Ukraine Attack

Reports of the attack came as Ukrainian and Russian negotiators were scheduled to meet for a fourth round of talks.

Kremlin Says Ukraine Rebels Have Asked Russia for 'Help' Against Kyiv

The separatist leaders pointed to alleged "aggression" from the Ukrainian army.

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Putin’s Special Ops Mindset: What Next for Russia and Ukraine?

Is the Russian leader satisfied with just recognizing the two breakaway republics?

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