[Russia] - Russia Closes In on Avdiivka as Western Aid for Kyiv Falters, War of Attrition Grinds On

INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
major territorial gains, military analysts have told The Moscow Times.The Russian army, despite its firepower and personnel advantages,
future Ukrainian offensive is heavily dependent on securing long-term military support from its allies
Moreover, without U.S
of the city
ammunition
town of Avdiivka in eastern Ukraine's Donetsk region.State Emergency Service of UkraineSome analysts said it is only a matter of time until
the Russian army since the conquest of Bakhmut in May 2023 and it carries a strong political significance for the Kremlin.In practical
terms, by capturing the town, Russian forces would push the frontline further from Donetsk, thus potentially reducing Ukrainian shelling on
the Russia-held city.Not far from Avdiivka, fierce fighting continues in the western suburbs of Donetsk city, with Russian troops having
they have managed to advance in the villages of Bohdanivka, Ivanivske and Klishchiivka, respectively in the west, northwest and southwest of
burning land after white phosphorus munitions exploded in the air at the village of Chasiv Yar near Bakhmut.Aris Messinis /
AFPKupiansk-Svatove-Kreminna lineRussian troops have been making gains in the northwest Kharkiv region in recent weeks, reportedly capturing
relentlessly shelling the bridgehead and targeting Ukrainian boats transporting supplies across the river, preventing Kyiv's forces from
advancing further
Despite the constant attacks, the Ukrainian army has managed to preserve its foothold in the village, now reduced to rubble.Analysts
questioned the rationale behind maintaining such a precarious position, citing the high casualty toll and a lack of prospects for further
Senate has so far prevented the approval of a $60 billion military aid package for Ukraine
shortage of air-defense missiles would allow Russia to increase its so-far limited deployment of aviation on the frontline, analysts at the
Institute for the Study of War think tank warned.Private house in Kupyansk in Kharkiv region of Ukraine after Russian shelling.State
said