The Russian Defense Ministry had said it would allow the United Nations and the Red Cross to visit the site.
Tag: Donetsk (Ukraine)
On Ukraine Front Line in Donetsk, Small Victories Carry a Heavy Toll
Ukrainian soldiers say they live under almost constant Russian bombardment but dismiss any suggestion that they cede land.
Moscow Signals a Shift to a More Aggressive Phase of Ukraine War
After a brief pause, the Russian military is ramping up activity “in all operational sectors” in the Donbas region, the defense minister said.
Russia Steps Up Attacks on Civilian Areas, Even With Advance Paused
Russian forces in eastern Ukraine are regrouping, with a new offensive expected, but they continue to rain death and destruction on cities and towns.
Your Tuesday Briefing: Bank Protests in China
Plus Ukrainian civilians bear the brunt of Russia’s war and new details after Shinzo Abe’s death.
Ukrainian Medic’s Months in Russian Cell: Cold, Dirty and Used as a Prop
Yulia Paievska was already well known in Ukraine when she was captured, but the trauma she describes has made her a symbol of bravery and sacrifice.
Your Monday Briefing: Sri Lanka in Turmoil
Plus Shinzo Abe’s allies win a supermajority in Japan’s parliament and Russia bombards Donetsk.
In Eastern Ukraine, Attacks Intensify as Russia Readies New Offensive
The civilian toll has risen sharply in recent days as rockets and shells strike residential areas in the likely path of Russia’s coming push into Donetsk Province.
As Russia Looms, a Ukrainian City’s Loyalties Divide
Most residents have fled the eastern city of Sloviansk before an expected Russian assault. About half of the 23,000 remaining are eager to welcome the invaders.
As Russia Moves on Another Province, Ukrainians Leave Ghost Towns Behind
Vast stretches of eastern Ukraine are now largely devoid of people and industry. If Ukraine is ever to have a vibrant postwar future, it is unlikely to sprout from these ruins.