The Battle for Bakhmut: Ukraine vs Russia.

Despite warnings from US intelligence, Ukrainian forces continue to defend the city of Bakhmut against Russian mercenaries in the longest and deadliest fight of the war. Ukraine has framed holding Bakhmut as an imperative to maintain national morale and deny Russia boasting rights over any territorial gain. The fight has sapped Russia's strength by killing many soldiers, especially from the Wagner mercenary group. Ukraine has used advanced drone reconnaissance and signal jamming to hold parts of the city for months longer than predicted. The front line has become increasingly unstable in recent days, according to commanders.