Some officials worry that the more cornered Vladimir Putin feels, particularly with recent setbacks from Ukraine’s counteroffensive, the greater the chance that he might turn to an unconventional weapon.
Tag: Izium (Ukraine)
Mass Graves in Izium Renew Focus on Holding Russia Accountable
The U.N. General Assembly voted to allow Ukraine’s president to address the gathering of world leaders with a recorded message next week.
At Mass Grave Site in Ukraine’s Northeast, a Sign of Occupation’s Toll
Russian troops held the city of Izium, in northeastern Ukraine, for six months. One burial site found this week could hold the remains of more than 400 people, investigators said.
Zelensky Visits a City Just Miles From the Front, Underscoring Ukraine’s Gains
President Volodymyr Zelensky’s trip to a city reclaimed days ago demonstrated Ukraine’s growing boldness in the wake of Russia’s frantic retreat from the country’s northeast.
Your Thursday Briefing: Pakistan, Submerged
Plus Volodymyr Zelensky visits a reclaimed city and the downfall of Malaysia’s former prime minister.
Ukraine’s Sudden Gains Prompt New Questions for Commanders
Ukraine’s military is gauging how far its forces can press the attack, at risk of their ability to hold the new lines. Russian leaders are trying to regroup after a dramatic, demoralizing rout.
Ukraine Routs Russian Forces in Northeast, Forcing a Retreat
Russia acknowledged that it had lost nearly all of the northern region of Kharkiv after a blitzkrieg thrust by Ukrainian fighters.
Ukrainian Offensive Seen as Reshaping the War’s Contours
The fall of the strategically important city of Izium, in Ukraine’s east, is the most devastating blow to Russia since its humiliating retreat from Kyiv.
As Russians Retreat, Putin Is Criticized by Hawks Who Trumpeted His War
Russian bloggers reporting from the front line provide a uniquely less-censored view of the war. But as Russia’s military flails, these once vocal supporters are exposing its flaws, lies and all.
How Ukraine Gained Momentum Against Russia and Took City of Izium
For months, Russia used the city of Izium as a way station to resupply and reinforce its troops in their campaign to seize the eastern Donbas region. With a northern offensive, Ukraine has retaken the city.