NEAR AVDIIVKA, Ukraine (Reuters) - Ukrainian soldiers dug in around new positions outside of Avdiivka say Russian forces who captured the eastern Ukrainian town last week are pressing on toward nearby towns and villages. "It doesn't end with them taking Avdiivka. They continue assaulting (our positions)," said Andriy, a Ukrainian drone pilot of the 47th Mechanised Brigade, sitting quietly in a darkened area. Russian forces secured Avdiivka after months of bombardment reduced the town to rubble. Russian forces, Andriy said, have "a lot of manpower.

Source: The Star February 22, 2024 03:59 UTC