Ukraine's Eastern Front Intensifies as Russia Steps Up Attacks

The escalation in eastern Ukraine follows a strategic shift by Russia, leveraging improved weather conditions and advanced weaponry.

Ukraine's military chief reports a significant worsening in the eastern battlefield, with Russian forces launching fresh assaults.
Russian troops have captured key villages in Donetsk, intensifying the conflict near strategic cities like Bakhmut and Pokrovsk.
Germany commits to sending an additional Patriot air defense system to Ukraine following destructive Russian strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure.
Ukraine and Russia both target energy assets, impacting global markets and escalating the economic dimensions of the war.
The U.S. aid package for Ukraine faces delays in Congress, adding pressure on Kyiv amidst a dire military situation.