Ukrainian troops in Avdiivka are facing severe ammunition shortages as Russian forces continue to tighten their grip on the strategic eastern city. This comes as Russia seeks a morale boost ahead of the second anniversary of its invasion of Ukraine and the upcoming presidential election in March. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is currently in Europe, hoping to garner support from Western allies for military assistance. However, the United States, Ukraine's biggest supporter, has yet to release $60 billion in aid due to political disagreements among American lawmakers.
The situation in Avdiivka is critical, with reports indicating that Russian forces are overwhelming Ukrainian defenses. The city is at risk of falling to Russia, largely due to the fact that Ukrainian forces are running out of artillery ammunition. Street fighting is ongoing in Avdiivka, where Ukrainian troops are vastly outnumbered by Russian forces. The 3rd Assault Brigade of the Ukraine Armed Forces is holding out at the Avdiivka Coke Plant, despite relentless shelling and assaults by Russian warplanes, armor, and infantry.
