"Avdiivka: A Decade of Struggle and Russia's Deadly Trade"

After 10 years of holding out in Avdiivka, Ukrainian troops are facing the likelihood of a tactical retreat as Russian forces close in on the city. The fall of Avdiivka is seen as inevitable, but a strategic withdrawal could save lives and preserve credibility for the Ukrainian army. The city holds both propaganda and military value for both sides, with Russia aiming to fully control Donetsk Oblast and prevent Ukraine from liberating the region. The Ukrainian army's ability to receive timely aid from the West, particularly in the form of ammunition and long-range firepower, is crucial in shaping the ongoing conflict in eastern Ukraine.