"Russian Forces Seize Avdiivka Despite Ukrainian Troops' Stand at Coke Plant"

Russia claims the capture of Avdiivka in Ukraine, marking its biggest gain since 2023, but some Ukrainian troops remain holed up at a coke plant. The fall of Avdiivka comes almost two years after President Vladimir Putin ordered the invasion of Ukraine. Ukraine withdrew its soldiers to prevent being fully surrounded after intense fighting. The U.S. warned of ammunition shortages, and President Biden urged Congress to pass a military aid package for Ukraine. The battle for Avdiivka highlights the need for modern air defense systems and artillery shells, as both sides suffer heavy losses in the ongoing conflict.