Russian forces on Ukraine’s eastern front are intensifying their attacks in a bid to capitalize on the recent seizure of the fortress town of Avdiivka, forcing Ukrainian troops to retreat to less established defensive positions, according to the Institute for the Study of War.
The U.S.-based think tank’s Tuesday update noted that following a brief respite, Moscow’s troops are now “attempting to exploit tactical opportunities offered by the Russian seizure of Avdiivka and appear to be maintaining a relatively high tempo of offensive operations.”
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By David Brennan – Diplomatic Correspondent:
Russian forces on Ukraine’s eastern front are intensifying their attacks in a bid to capitalize on the recent seizure of the fortress town of Avdiivka, forcing Ukrainian troops to retreat to less established defensive positions, according to the Institute for the Study of War.
The U.S.-based think tank’s Tuesday update noted that following a brief respite, Moscow’s troops are now “attempting to exploit tactical opportunities offered by the Russian seizure of Avdiivka and appear to be maintaining a relatively high tempo of offensive operations.”
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