Ukraine never accepted Russia’s unilateral Christmas truce, dismissing it as a hollow ploy, and Russian shelling was as intense as ever in a hotly contested city.
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Most of Bakhmut Has Been Destroyed in Ukraine War, Official Says
Russia has continued to press an offensive aimed at capturing the eastern city, after suffering a string of setbacks elsewhere in Ukraine in recent months.
Threat of Invasion From Belarus Low, Says Ukraine Spy Chief
In a wide-ranging interview on the state of the war, Kyrylo Budanov also spoke about Russia-Iran relations and Moscow’s obsession with taking the city of Bakhmut.
Your Friday Briefing: A Times Investigation Into Bucha
Also, Benjamin Netanyahu is poised to lead Israel again and the week in culture.
In Bakhmut, a Food Stand Stays Open Despite the War
Despite all the shelling, and with no electricity, one snack shop is still serving the soldiers and citizens who have stayed in Bakhmut, Ukraine, a pivotal battleground in the war.
Zelensky’s Message: Ukraine Is Fighting for Good Over Evil
One of the Ukrainian leader’s overriding aims is to prevent support for the war from becoming a partisan issue.
Lauding Their Soldiers, Putin and Zelensky Signal Long Fight Ahead
As the 10-month mark of the war nears, the leaders of Ukraine and Russia handed out medals and pledged not to back down.
Your Wednesday Briefing: Zelensky Visits Bakhmut
Also, Japan’s central bank eases its policy and Fiji prepares for a leadership change.
Zelensky Visits Bakhmut, Aiming To Show Ukraine’s Resolve
Despite months of Russian bombardments and waves of assaults, the city has remained in Ukrainian control.
The Infrared Hunt for Russian Troops in the Battle for Bakhmut
On a frigid December night, The New York Times accompanied members of a surveillance team for the Ukrainian Army as they used a thermal sight to find enemy positions miles away.