"Ukrainian Forces Defend Eastern Stronghold Against Russian Advance"

Ukrainian forces are engaged in fierce fighting with Russian troops near the town of Chasiv Yar in eastern Ukraine, as Russia continues its advance after capturing the town of Avdiivka. Ukraine is facing shortages of artillery shells, with US aid delayed in Congress, while Russia has increased its strikes on energy infrastructure. Ukrainian President Zelenskiy has stated that Ukraine has stabilized its positions despite the challenges, and Ukraine has deployed long-range drones to attack targets inside Russia. Additionally, Ukraine claims to have destroyed Russian warplanes at an air base in the Rostov region, although this has not been independently verified.