"Ukraine Withdraws Forces from Avdiivka Amid Security Agreements and Captures"

Ukrainian forces are withdrawing from the besieged city of Avdiivka in eastern Ukraine to "save the lives and health of soldiers" and move to a more favorable position, according to Col. Gen. Alexander Sirsky. The White House warned of Russian forces nearing the city and the challenges Ukraine faces without more aid. Avdiivka has become a key battleground, and its fall could give Russia a symbolic victory. Despite this, Russia has suffered significant losses in the war, and the Biden administration warned of steep challenges for Ukraine without further aid.