The Battle for Bakhmut: Ukraine's Refusal to Retreat Despite Russian Attacks.

Western military analysts are split with Ukrainian officials over the best approach to the conflict in Bakhmut, with some arguing that defending the city may now be more costly than it is worth. Despite heavy losses, Ukrainian officials have doubled down on their strategy, insisting that holding the city is critical to their future operations. The fight for Bakhmut has become one of Europe's most intense land battles since World War II, with Russian forces relentlessly bombarding the city with artillery and waves of infantry attacks.