"Russian Forces Clash with Ukrainian Soldiers as Dnipro River Crossing Sparks Conflict"

Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu claims that Ukraine is suffering "colossal losses" on the east bank of the Dnipro river, which is occupied by Russian forces in the southern Kherson region. Ukrainian and Russian officials confirmed that Ukrainian units had crossed the river and established footholds in villages on the east bank. The fighting is described as "confused" and taking place in complex terrain. Despite deteriorating weather conditions, both Ukrainian and Russian forces continue to conduct offensive operations. Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to address the G20 summit, while the Kremlin declines to comment on the suggestion that Russia may receive ballistic missiles from Iran. There are questions about whether Russia is scaling back attacks on Avdiivka or preparing for a "third wave" of assaults. The Kremlin also states that Russia cannot co-exist with the current Ukrainian "regime" and will resist NATO for as long as necessary. The Kremlin describes Ukraine's 2014 revolution as a foreign-sponsored coup, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasizes the need for strength in the battle against Russia.