Russia Claims New Advances in East as Kyiv Awaits Western Support
Russian troops advance in eastern Ukraine, escalating tensions and prompting urgent Western aid calls from President Zelensky.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
Russian troops have gained ground in eastern Ukraine, putting pressure on Ukrainian forces in need of Western aid. Ukraine has responded with increased incursions and attacks on Russian territory. Some attacks were carried out by Russians fighting in pro-Ukrainian units. President Zelensky has called for swift US aid, highlighting a critical moment in the conflict. In related news, Ukraine confirmed a drone attack on Russia’s Engels Air Base and intensified attacks in Russian regions. Putin vowed to punish those involved in border assaults. Ukraine also claimed to have destroyed numerous Russian ships, leading to changes in the Russian navy leadership.