Russian forces were reportedly moving into defensive positions, as Ukraine’s defense chief said the military was “reaching the finish line” for a major push to reclaim occupied land.
Tag: Russian Invasion of Ukraine (2022)
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The Mud Stands in the Way of a Ukrainian Counteroffensive
The unusually wet ground is one obstacle that the Ukrainian military, for all of its ingenuity, is finding difficult to overcome as it prepares for a counteroffensive against Russian forces.
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Explosions Rock Kyiv as Ukraine Braces for Broad Russian Attack
The attacks follow explosions deep behind Russian lines, which a Ukrainian official said is part of preparations for “the broad, full-scale offensive” that Ukraine is expected to launch soon.
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Pope Reveals He’s Working on Secret ‘Mission’ of Peace in Ukraine
Francis said he was doing “all that is humanly possible” to help return Ukrainian children taken to Russia and urged Hungary not to slam doors on migrants.
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Biden Praises ‘Absolute Courage’ of U.S. Journalist Detained in Russia
In a speech at the annual White House Association Correspondents’ dinner, the president said his administration was “working every day” to secure the release of Evan Gershkovich.