Russia appears to be trying to cut off Ukrainian soldiers around the strategic city of Pokrovsk, a focal point of the war in recent months.
Author: Maria Varenikova and Matthew Mpoke Bigg
Ukraine Hits Kherson Bridge; Russia Steps Up Missile Strikes
The bridge is a critical part of Russia’s resupply route for the forces charged with holding the port city.
Ukrainian Ships Laden With Grain Are Expected to Leave Odesa Soon.
Such voyages would be the first since the signing of a deal to allow a resumption of Ukraine’s grain exports, which have been blocked since Russia’s invasion five months ago.