"Russian Takeover of Avdiivka Coke Plant Signals Advancing Onslaught in Ukraine"
TL;DR
Russia's defense ministry announced that its troops had gained full control of the Avdiivka coke plant in Ukraine after Ukrainian forces withdrew due to ammunition shortages. Aerial footage showed multiple blasts at the plant as Russian forces advanced, with President Putin congratulating the troops on the withdrawal. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy discussed the situation with President Biden, emphasizing the need for US support and urging Congress to pass a funding bill to resupply Ukrainian forces.
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