General NewsRussiaRussia governmentRussia-Ukraine warUkraineWorld News Persistent Conflict in Eastern Ukraine as Russia Continues Assault on Key City by Ethan Kim October 15, 2023 written by Ethan Kim October 15, 2023 4 comments Bookmark 21 Reports from Ukrainian officials indicate that the eastern Ukrainian city of Avdiivka has been under relentless assault by Russian forces for the past five days. The city, strategically situated in the eastern Donetsk region just north of the Russian-held regional capital, Donetsk, is witnessing intense combat, according to Avdiivka’s leader, Vitalii Barabash. Barabash conveyed that Moscow has been deploying additional forces to encircle Avdiivka, heightening tensions in the region. He stated on Ukrainian television, “The enemy hasn’t halted its assaults or shelling of positions around Avdiivka.” It’s worth noting that despite the ongoing conflict, approximately 1,600 civilians remain in the city, a stark contrast to its prewar population of about 31,000. This conflict stems from Russian President Vladimir Putin’s initiation of war against Ukraine in February 2022. These developments come on the heels of remarks by Russia’s U.N. ambassador, Vassily Nebenzia, during a U.N. Security Council meeting. Nebenzia asserted that the escalated attacks in the east represent a new phase in Moscow’s campaign in Ukraine. He stated, “Russian troops have, for several days now, shifted to active combat operations across the entire front line. … The so-called Ukrainian counteroffensive can, therefore, be considered concluded.” However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy contradicted this view earlier in the week, affirming that Ukrainian forces were successfully holding off Russian troops and maintaining their ground. Meanwhile, in Donetsk’s region, acting governor Ihor Moroz reported 22 civilians wounded due to Russian shelling in the past 24 hours. Further north, the situation along the northern stretch of Ukraine’s eastern front has deteriorated significantly, as per Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi, commander of Ukraine’s land forces. In a Facebook post, Syrskyi, who visited troops in the area, disclosed that Russian forces had regrouped following losses and were launching attacks around the village of Makiivka while advancing toward the city of Kupiansk. Their objective appears to be encircling Kupiansk and reaching the Oskil River. Additionally, two women, aged 60 and 42, tragically lost their lives in two separate Russian shelling incidents in the city of Beryslav in Ukraine’s partly-occupied Kherson region. In Russia, the Defense Ministry reported the successful interception of two Ukrainian drones over the Black Sea near the southern resort city of Sochi on Saturday morning. Another drone was downed in the Belgorod region, bordering Ukraine, during the afternoon, according to regional Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov. It’s worth noting that Ukrainian officials have not acknowledged responsibility for these drone attacks on Russian territory. For more updates on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, you can follow AP’s coverage at https://bigbignews.net/russia-ukraine. Table of Contents Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Conflict in AvdiivkaWhat is the current situation in Avdiivka, Ukraine?How many civilians are still in Avdiivka amid the conflict?What is the perspective of Russian Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia regarding the conflict?How do Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and local officials view the situation?What is the latest update on the northern stretch of Ukraine’s eastern front?Are there any reports of incidents outside of Avdiivka?What has been the response to drone incidents in Russia?More about Conflict in Avdiivka Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Conflict in Avdiivka What is the current situation in Avdiivka, Ukraine? The current situation in Avdiivka, Ukraine, is marked by intense combat as Russian forces continue their relentless assault on the city. Ukrainian officials have reported that this conflict has been ongoing for five consecutive days. Avdiivka is strategically located in the eastern Donetsk region, just north of the Russian-held regional capital, Donetsk. How many civilians are still in Avdiivka amid the conflict? Approximately 1,600 civilians remain in Avdiivka, which is significantly lower than its prewar population of about 31,000. Despite the conflict, a significant number of civilians have chosen to stay in the city. What is the perspective of Russian Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia regarding the conflict? According to Russian Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia, the intensified attacks in eastern Ukraine represent a new phase in Moscow’s campaign. He stated that Russian troops have shifted to active combat operations across the entire front line, implying that the Ukrainian counteroffensive can be considered concluded from his viewpoint. How do Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and local officials view the situation? Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy contradicts the Russian perspective, asserting that Ukrainian forces are successfully holding off Russian troops and maintaining their ground. Local officials, such as Ihor Moroz, acting governor of Donetsk’s region, have reported civilian casualties due to Russian shelling. What is the latest update on the northern stretch of Ukraine’s eastern front? Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi, commander of Ukraine’s land forces, has reported that the situation along the northern stretch of Ukraine’s eastern front has significantly worsened. Russian forces, having regrouped after sustaining losses, are mounting attacks near the village of Makiivka and pushing toward the city of Kupiansk with the goal of encircling Kupiansk and reaching the Oskil River. Are there any reports of incidents outside of Avdiivka? Yes, there have been reports of incidents outside of Avdiivka. Two women, aged 60 and 42, were tragically killed in separate Russian shelling attacks in the city of Beryslav in Ukraine’s partly-occupied Kherson region. What has been the response to drone incidents in Russia? Russia’s Defense Ministry reported the successful interception of two Ukrainian drones over the Black Sea near Sochi and another drone in the Belgorod region bordering Ukraine. It’s noteworthy that Ukrainian officials have not acknowledged responsibility for these drone attacks on Russian territory. More about Conflict in Avdiivka AP’s coverage of the war in Ukraine You Might Be Interested In Judge blocks Arkansas law requiring parental OK for minors to create social media accounts “Minidoka’s Painful Past Faces a New Threat in the Form of a Wind Farm” Sen. 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December 28, 2023 4 comments JohnDoe123 October 15, 2023 - 7:31 am intense combat in Avdiivka, Ukraine, russian forces relentless assault, it’s sad. civilian pop down a lot. prez Zelenskyy say they hold their ground. vassily nebennzia think ukraine done. crazy situation. Reply CryptoKing24 October 15, 2023 - 9:20 am ukraine conflict, Avdiivka, russian forces, Donetsk, civilians, volodymyr zelenskyy, situation worsen. terrible situation for civilians. Reply EconExpert55 October 15, 2023 - 12:01 pm Ukraine war, Avdiivka, conflict ongoing, russian attack, civilians stay, tough times. prez zelenskyy strong, russian ambassador different view. gotta end this conflict. Reply CarEnthusiast October 16, 2023 - 4:54 am avdiivka news, russia attack, ukraine conflict, bad situation. civilian loss sad. what’s happening to ukraine, hope for peace. Reply Leave a Comment Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ