Sievierodonetsk is nearly encircled. Lysychansk may be next. The momentum of the war has shifted, and Ukraine’s allies may soon start rethinking their goals.
Tag: Luhansk (Ukraine)
Your Monday Briefing: Russia Encircles Sievierdonetsk
The last Ukrainian-held city in Luhansk is teetering on the brink.
Struggling in Ukraine’s East, Russian Forces Strike in Kyiv
Vladimir Putin threatened “to strike targets we haven’t hit before” if Western nations proceed with plans to send long-range missiles to Ukraine.
A Doomed River Crossing Shows the Perils of Entrapment in the War’s East
Encirclement is a tactic used by both sides in the war between Russia and Ukraine, but it can carry big risks.
Forced From Kharkiv, Russian Troops Regroup and Dig In
Outside of Kharkiv, Russian forces are entrenching themselves for the long haul. “There is a whole underground city there,” a Ukrainian officer said.
Pro-Russian Bloggers React to Reported Donets Military Disaster
As the news of the losses at the river crossing started to spread, some Russian bloggers did not hold back in their criticism of what they said was incompetent leadership.
Finland Moves to Join NATO, Upending Putin’s Ukraine War Aims
Neutral Finland’s leaders unequivocally said they intended to seek membership in the alliance, with Sweden expected to do the same, inviting new threats from Moscow.
Ukraine War’s Geographic Reality: Russia Has Seized Much of the East
Despite many stumbles and setbacks, the Russian military has gained near total control of the Donbas region, giving the Kremlin huge leverage in any future talks.
How Much of Ukraine Does Russia Hold?
Although Russian forces failed to take Kyiv, they have captured large chunks of the south and east, giving Moscow a chance to strangle the country economically.
Dozens Feared Dead After Russian Airstrike Hits School Building, Officials Say
Initial reports suggested that as many as 60 people were trapped inside the building, which officials said was being used as a shelter for civilians.