Key takeaways: Ukraine forces have made significant progress in the fight for the key eastern city of Bakhmut, destroying Russian trenches on the outskirts of…
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Russia's defense ministry has announced the capture of the mining town of Soledar, marking the first significant victory for Russian forces in months. The capture of Soledar would allow Russian forces to turn their focus on nearby Bakhmut, but it is unclear how long it will take for them to take control of the city. The war in eastern Ukraine has been ongoing for nearly a year, with no end in sight.
After 11 months of Russian invasion in Ukraine, US and Ukrainian officials have reported a dramatic decrease in Russian artillery fire in some areas by…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of waging a war to ensure Vladimir Putin remains in power, leading to deadly strikes in several regions of Ukraine. Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal reported that the attacks have left at least one dead and 20 injured, while Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported that 30% of the capital was left without power. Despite the attacks, many Kyiv residents have returned to the city to spend New Year's Eve with their loved ones, while Ukrainian First Lady Olena Zelenska urged Ukrainians to persevere.