Russian forces are intensifying their efforts to capture more Ukrainian towns and villages in eastern and southeastern Ukraine, as reported by Kyiv officials on Thursday. Despite facing a strong offensive from Russia, Ukraine has managed to shoot down 11 Russian warplanes in less than two weeks.
As the conflict enters its third year, Russian forces are employing heavy artillery and troop numbers to break through Ukrainian defensive lines. While Russia's progress has been slow and costly, Ukraine is struggling due to a lack of reservists and a severe shortage of artillery shells, with dwindling military aid from Western allies.
