"Russian Forces Exploit Weak Ukrainian Defenses in Ongoing Conflict"
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Russia's swift advances have exposed Ukraine's vulnerable defenses following their withdrawal from the town of Avdiivka, with three villages falling to Russian forces and a deep crisis in munitions for the Ukrainian military. The new commander of the Ukrainian military has scolded subordinate officers for poor performance on the front lines, while soldiers express pessimism about the defense and casualties mount. The Russian assault marks a pivotal moment in the conflict, as Moscow aims to capture the Donbas region and "demilitarize" Ukraine.
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- Ukrainian troops pull back again as Russia's onslaught pushes ahead in eastern Ukraine The Associated Press
- NYT criticises weak defensive positions of Ukrainian troops near Avdiivka Yahoo! Voices
- Russian troops inch ahead as war in Ukraine barrels into third year Al Jazeera English
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