Russian Forces Advance in Donetsk as Strikes Devastate Ukrainian Cities

Russia claims progress near Toretsk while missile and drone attacks cause widespread destruction and civilian casualties across Ukraine.

Russian military reports capturing a village near Toretsk in the Donetsk region, signaling continued incremental advances despite heavy losses.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky calls for increased international support following one of the largest missile and drone assaults in weeks, targeting six regions including Kyiv and Odessa.
At least 12 civilians, including a child, were killed in Russian strikes, with eight deaths reported in a missile attack on a residential building in Poltava.
Ukrainian forces report ongoing challenges in recruitment and resource shortages as the war approaches its fourth year.
Speculation grows over potential negotiations between Moscow and Kyiv, with the return of Donald Trump to the U.S. presidency seen as a possible turning point in the conflict.