The 'battle for Donbas' has begun as Russian forces launch an all-out onslaught of eastern Ukraine.
Vladimir Putin 's war machine has commenced its bombardment of the east with chilling footage posted on social media showing the night sky lit-up amid the relentless fresh shelling of cities.
Kremlin forces launched their long-anticipated offensive through the east of Ukraine in what is being seen as the second phase of the conflict, beginning from Monday night.
