The “liberation” of Ukraine’s Donbas region is an “unconditional priority” for Moscow, while other Ukrainian territories should decide their future on their own, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said in an interview on Sunday.

Russia-Ukraine Crisis: Russian FM Lavrov calls Ukraine's Donbas an 'unconditional priority'

<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the situation is ''indescribably difficult'' in Donbas and Kharkiv due to the Russian onslaught on the two regions.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After claiming to have captured the nearby rail hub of Lyman, Russia has intensified its offensive and has claimed to have surrounded the urban centre of Severodonetsk.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Denying the claim, a Ukrainian official said that the Ukrainian Army had repelled Russian forces from the outskirts of the key city.</p>

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<p>Highlighting that Ukrainian defences in the east were "still holding up", Zelensky said that Kyiv is approaching the point where it would outnumber the Russians both technologically and in terms of its ability to strike.</p>

<p>Condemning Russia's "barbaric" strikes in the northeastern Sumy region, Zelensky said ''Ukraine will get everything back.''</p>

<p>Sievierodonetsk and nearby Lysychansk are the last areas under Ukrainian control in Luhansk, one of two provinces that make up the Donbas, where Zelensky has accused Moscow of carrying out a "genocide".</p>

<p>Russia has been waging an all-out war for the eastern Donbas, Ukraine's industrial heartland, after setbacks in its attacks on Kyiv and Kharkiv.</p>

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<p>“If the occupiers think that Lyman or Sievierodonetsk will be theirs, they are wrong. Donbas will be Ukrainian,” Zelensky said in his address.</p>

<p>According to a statement issued by the Russian defence ministry, "The town of Krasny Liman has been entirely liberated from Ukrainian nationalists."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin, who calls his attack on Ukraine a ''special military operation'', has the West against ramping up arms supplies to Ukraine saying that it would be "dangerous" and risk "further destabilisation".</p>

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the situation is ''indescribably difficult'' in Donbas and Kharkiv due to the Russian onslaught on the two regions.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the situation is ''indescribably difficult'' in Donbas and Kharkiv due to the Russian onslaught on the two regions. After claiming to have captured the nearby rail hub of Lyman, Russia has intensified its offensive and has claimed to have surrounded the urban centre of Severodonetsk. Denying the claim, a Ukrainian official said that the Ukrainian Army had repelled Russian forces from the outskirts of the key city. Highlighting that Ukrainian defences in the east were "still holding up", Zelensky said that Kyiv is approaching the point where it would outnumber the Russians both technologically and in terms of its ability to strike. Condemning Russia's "barbaric" strikes in the northeastern Sumy region, Zelensky said ''Ukraine will get everything back.'' Sievierodonetsk and nearby Lysychansk are the last areas under Ukrainian control in Luhansk, one of two provinces that make up the Donbas, where Zelensky has accused Moscow of carrying out a "genocide". Russia has been waging an all-out war for the eastern Donbas, Ukraine's industrial heartland, after setbacks in its attacks on Kyiv and Kharkiv. Also read | Western arms sale to Ukraine risks further destabilisation, warns Putin “If the occupiers think that Lyman or Sievierodonetsk will be theirs, they are wrong. Donbas will be Ukrainian,” Zelensky said in his address. According to a statement issued by the Russian defence ministry, "The town of Krasny Liman has been entirely liberated from Ukrainian nationalists." Russian President Vladimir Putin, who calls his attack on Ukraine a ''special military operation'', has the West against ramping up arms supplies to Ukraine saying that it would be "dangerous" and risk "further destabilisation". (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here:

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<p>The governor of Ukraine's Luhansk region has said that Ukrainian soldiers may retreat from their last pocket in the region to avoid being captured. Russian troops are advancing in Luhansk and Donetsk, collectively known as the Donbas region.</p>

<p>If such a withdrawal takes place, it will bring Russia closer to its goal of asserting control of the Donbas region. Russian troops are gaining ground in the region.</p>

<p>Luhansk's governor, Serhiy Gaidai, said Russian troops had entered Sievierodonetsk, the largest Donbas city still held by Ukraine, after trying to trap Ukrainian forces there for days. Gaidai said 90% of buildings in the town were damaged.</p>

<p>"The Russians will not be able to capture Luhansk region in the coming days as analysts have predicted," Gaidai said on Telegram, referring to Sievierodonetsk and its twin city Lysychansk across the Siverskiy Donets River.</p>

<p>"We will have enough strength and resources to defend ourselves. However, it is possible that in order not to be surrounded we will have to retreat."</p>

<p>Donbas region has a strong presence of Russia-backed separatist elements. These separatists have said that they now controlled Lyman, a railway hub west of Sievierodonetsk. Ukraine said Russia had captured most of Lyman but that its forces were blocking an advance to Sloviansk, to the southwest.</p>

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<p>President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Ukraine was protecting its land "as much as our current defence resources allow".</p>

<p>Ukrainian military has said that it repelled eight attacks in Donbas on Friday and destroyed tanks and armoured vehicles.</p>

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The governor of Ukraine's Luhansk region has said that Ukrainian soldiers may retreat from their last pocket in the region to avoid being captured. Russian troops are advancing in Luhansk and Donetsk, collectively known as the Donbas region. If such a withdrawal takes place, it will bring Russia closer to its goal of asserting control of the Donbas region. Russian troops are gaining ground in the region. Luhansk's governor, Serhiy Gaidai, said Russian troops had entered Sievierodonetsk, the largest Donbas city still held by Ukraine, after trying to trap Ukrainian forces there for days. Gaidai said 90% of buildings in the town were damaged. "The Russians will not be able to capture Luhansk region in the coming days as analysts have predicted," Gaidai said on Telegram, referring to Sievierodonetsk and its twin city Lysychansk across the Siverskiy Donets River. "We will have enough strength and resources to defend ourselves. However, it is possible that in order not to be surrounded we will have to retreat." Donbas region has a strong presence of Russia-backed separatist elements. These separatists have said that they now controlled Lyman, a railway hub west of Sievierodonetsk. Ukraine said Russia had captured most of Lyman but that its forces were blocking an advance to Sloviansk, to the southwest. Also Read | Ukraine says war in Donbas region at 'maximum intensity' President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Ukraine was protecting its land "as much as our current defence resources allow". Ukrainian military has said that it repelled eight attacks in Donbas on Friday and destroyed tanks and armoured vehicles. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Ukrainian troops may retreat from Luhansk, says region's governor

<p>Ukraine said Thursday that fighting in the eastern Donbas region of the country had reached its fiercest level yet, as Russian forces pushed deeper into the industrial region.</p>

<p>“The fighting has reached its maximum intensity," Ukraine’s Deputy Defence Minister Ganna Malyar told a press briefing.</p>

<p>“Enemy forces are storming the positions of our troops simultaneously in several directions. We have an extremely difficult and long stage of fighting ahead of us," she added.</p>

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<p>Moscow’s army has plotted a slow but steady course deeper into the Donbas region since withdrawing forces from central and northern regions to consolidate military efforts in the east.</p>

<p>They are closing in around several key urban hubs, particularly Severodonetsk and Lysychansk that stand on route to Ukraine’s eastern administrative centre in Kramatorsk.</p>

<p>“The situation remains difficult and shows signs of further aggravation," Malyar said.</p>

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<p>“We must understand that this is a war and, unfortunately, losses on our part are inevitable," she added.</p>

<p>The Lugansk region’s governor Sergiy Gaiday said that “heavy" Russian bombardments on Lysychansk had done extensive damage to civilian infrastructure, including a humanitarian aid centre.</p>

<p>Gaiday said that three people had died in recent Russian attacks on the region, which Moscow’s forces have said they have nearly complete control over.</p>


Ukraine said Thursday that fighting in the eastern Donbas region of the country had reached its fiercest level yet, as Russian forces pushed deeper into the industrial region.

Ukraine said Thursday that fighting in the eastern Donbas region of the country had reached its fiercest level yet, as Russian forces pushed deeper into the industrial region. “The fighting has reached its maximum intensity," Ukraine’s Deputy Defence Minister Ganna Malyar told a press briefing. “Enemy forces are storming the positions of our troops simultaneously in several directions. We have an extremely difficult and long stage of fighting ahead of us," she added. Also read | Sales of bulletproof backpacks increase in aftermath of Texas school shooting Moscow’s army has plotted a slow but steady course deeper into the Donbas region since withdrawing forces from central and northern regions to consolidate military efforts in the east. They are closing in around several key urban hubs, particularly Severodonetsk and Lysychansk that stand on route to Ukraine’s eastern administrative centre in Kramatorsk. “The situation remains difficult and shows signs of further aggravation," Malyar said. Also read | UK Finance Minister Rishi Sunak unveils $18 billion cost-of-living bailout “We must understand that this is a war and, unfortunately, losses on our part are inevitable," she added. The Lugansk region’s governor Sergiy Gaiday said that “heavy" Russian bombardments on Lysychansk had done extensive damage to civilian infrastructure, including a humanitarian aid centre. Gaiday said that three people had died in recent Russian attacks on the region, which Moscow’s forces have said they have nearly complete control over.

Ukraine says war in Donbas region at 'maximum intensity'

<p>Ukraine military said on Thursday that Russian forces shelled more 40 towns in Ukraine's Donbas region. This has raised concerns that the shelling may shut off last main escape route for civillians. Russian invasion of Ukraine is now in its fourth month.</p>

<p>Russia has focussed its firepower on Donbas after failing to achieve victory in capital Kyiv or Kharkiv. Separatist elements in Donbas already enjoy support from Russia.</p>

<p>Russia has poured thousands of troops into the region, attacking from three sides in an attempt to encircle Ukrainian forces holding out in the city of Sievierodonetsk and its twin Lysychansk. Their fall would leave the whole of Luhansk province under Russian control, a key Kremlin war aim.</p>

<p>"The occupiers shelled more than 40 towns in Donetsk and Luhansk region, destroying or damaging 47 civilian sites, including 38 homes and a school. As a result of this shelling five civilians died and 12 were wounded," the Joint Task Force of Ukraine's armed forces said on Facebook.</p>

<p>The report from Ukraine military said that 10 attacks were repelled four tanks and four drones destroyed, and 62 "enemy soldiers" were killed</p>

<p>Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Russian troops "heavily outnumber us" in some parts of the east.</p>

<p>Reuters said it was unable to independently confirm reports from the battlefield.</p>

<p>As Moscow seeks to solidify its grip on the territory it has seized, President Vladimir Putin signed a decree simplifying the process for residents of newly captured districts to acquire Russian citizenship and passports.</p>

<p>The Russian parliament scrapped the upper age limit for contractual service in the military on Wednesday, highlighting the need to replace lost troops.</p>

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Ukraine military said on Thursday that Russian forces shelled more 40 towns in Ukraine's Donbas region. This has raised concerns that the shelling may shut off last main escape route for civillians. Russian invasion of Ukraine is now in its fourth month. Russia has focussed its firepower on Donbas after failing to achieve victory in capital Kyiv or Kharkiv. Separatist elements in Donbas already enjoy support from Russia. Russia has poured thousands of troops into the region, attacking from three sides in an attempt to encircle Ukrainian forces holding out in the city of Sievierodonetsk and its twin Lysychansk. Their fall would leave the whole of Luhansk province under Russian control, a key Kremlin war aim. "The occupiers shelled more than 40 towns in Donetsk and Luhansk region, destroying or damaging 47 civilian sites, including 38 homes and a school. As a result of this shelling five civilians died and 12 were wounded," the Joint Task Force of Ukraine's armed forces said on Facebook. The report from Ukraine military said that 10 attacks were repelled four tanks and four drones destroyed, and 62 "enemy soldiers" were killed Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Russian troops "heavily outnumber us" in some parts of the east. Reuters said it was unable to independently confirm reports from the battlefield. As Moscow seeks to solidify its grip on the territory it has seized, President Vladimir Putin signed a decree simplifying the process for residents of newly captured districts to acquire Russian citizenship and passports. The Russian parliament scrapped the upper age limit for contractual service in the military on Wednesday, highlighting the need to replace lost troops. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Russia shelled more than 40 towns in Donbas, says Ukraine military

Russia intensified its attacks on Ukrainian forces in eastern Ukraine, attempting to capture the Donbas region exactly three months after President Vladimir Putin ordered his troops to invade Ukraine.

Russia-Ukraine Crisis: Moscow tries to encircle Ukrainian troops in Donbas

Russia-Ukraine Crisis: Moscow intensifies its Donbas offensive

Russia has increased its offensive in eastern Ukraine, the war-torn nation's Donbas region is left bruised and battered, pro-Russian troops ask Ukrainians to surrender.

Russia mounts offensive in eastern Ukraine, civilians flee Donbas for safety

Russia has intensified pressure on Donbas region in Ukraine. President Zelensky said Donbas is completely destroyed and this is a deliberate attempt to kill Ukrainians.

Ukraine under attack: 'Deliberate attempt to kill Ukrainians,' says President Zelensky

<p>With the G7 and the US looking to support Ukraine through aid, President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday said that the industrial Donbas region has been ‘completely destroyed’ by the Russian forces, media reports said. The leader also accused Russia of carrying out senseless bombardments in its offensive. In a late-night video address, Zelensky said, "It is hell there - and that is not an exaggeration.” &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Around 12 people were killed in brutal and absolutely senseless bombardment of Severodonetsk on Thursday. “(There are) constant strikes on the Odesa region, on the cities of central Ukraine. The Donbas is completely destroyed. This is a deliberate and criminal attempt to kill as many Ukrainians as possible, to destroy as many houses, social facilities and enterprises as possible," the president added. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>This comes as the Group of Seven has agreed to provide Ukraine with $18.4 billion to help pay its bills on Thursday. These funds would speed up victory for the nation, Ukraine’s Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>At the G7 finance leaders' meeting in Germany, US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen told reporters, "The message was, 'We stand behind Ukraine. We're going to pull together with the resources that they need to get through this.'" &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The US Senate has also sent a USD 40 billion Ukraine package, which was approved with an 86-11 vote, for final congressional approval on Thursday. It will provide economic, military and food aid to Ukraine and other US allies. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a written statement, Biden said, "I applaud the Congress for sending a clear bipartisan message to the world that the people of the United States stand together with the brave people of Ukraine as they defend their democracy and freedom." &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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With the G7 and the US looking to support Ukraine through aid, President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday said that the industrial Donbas region has been ‘completely destroyed’ by the Russian forces, media reports said. The leader also accused Russia of carrying out senseless bombardments in its offensive. In a late-night video address, Zelensky said, "It is hell there - and that is not an exaggeration.” Around 12 people were killed in brutal and absolutely senseless bombardment of Severodonetsk on Thursday. “(There are) constant strikes on the Odesa region, on the cities of central Ukraine. The Donbas is completely destroyed. This is a deliberate and criminal attempt to kill as many Ukrainians as possible, to destroy as many houses, social facilities and enterprises as possible," the president added. Also Read: US to send additional military aid of $100 mn to help Ukraine in conflict This comes as the Group of Seven has agreed to provide Ukraine with $18.4 billion to help pay its bills on Thursday. These funds would speed up victory for the nation, Ukraine’s Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said. At the G7 finance leaders' meeting in Germany, US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen told reporters, "The message was, 'We stand behind Ukraine. We're going to pull together with the resources that they need to get through this.'" The US Senate has also sent a USD 40 billion Ukraine package, which was approved with an 86-11 vote, for final congressional approval on Thursday. It will provide economic, military and food aid to Ukraine and other US allies. In a written statement, Biden said, "I applaud the Congress for sending a clear bipartisan message to the world that the people of the United States stand together with the brave people of Ukraine as they defend their democracy and freedom." WATCH WION LIVE HERE (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>Russia said on Monday that the West should not have any "illusions" that the Kremlin will simply accept the North Atlantic Treaty Organization's (NATO) Nordic expansion (NATO). This comes a day after Russia's neighbours Finland and Sweden announced that they will submit formal NATO membership bids.</p>

<p>President Vladimir Putin stated on Monday that Russia has no objections to Finland and Sweden joining NATO, but that the construction of military equipment on their soil would need a response from Moscow.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Putin, addressing at a summit of the Russian-led Collective Security Treaty Organisation (CSTO) in Moscow, said NATO's expansion was a concern for Russia, and that the country needed to pay close attention to the US-led military alliance's efforts to expand its global influence.</p>

<p>Since the last day of 1999, Vladimir Putin, Russia's supreme leader, has repeatedly highlighted NATO's post-Soviet enlargement eastwards into Russia's borders as a rationale for the invasion of Ukraine.</p>

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<p>The battle, on the other hand, has sparked one of the most significant transformations in Europe's security architecture in decades: Sweden and Finland, which share a 1,300-kilometer (800-mile) border with Russia, joining the military alliance.</p>

<p>"They should have no illusions that we will simply put up with it - and nor should Brussels, Washington and other NATO capitals," Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov was quoted as saying by the state RIA news agency.</p>

<p>"The general level of military tension will rise, predictability in this sphere will decrease. It is a shame that common sense is being sacrificed to some phantom provision about what should be done in this unfolding situation," Ryabkov said.</p>

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<p>Ryabkov, who oversaw talks with the US on a fatal Russian proposal to limit NATO's eastward expansion, said Helsinki and Stockholm's choice to join the alliance was a mistake.</p>

<p>Russia has given few hints as to what it would do in reaction to NATO's Nordic enlargement, stating only that a "military-technical retaliation" will be taken.</p>

<p>Last month, one of Putin's closest allies stated that if Finland and Sweden joined NATO, Russia may place nuclear weapons and hypersonic missiles in the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad.</p>

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Russia said on Monday that the West should not have any "illusions" that the Kremlin will simply accept the North Atlantic Treaty Organization's (NATO) Nordic expansion (NATO).

Russia said on Monday that the West should not have any "illusions" that the Kremlin will simply accept the North Atlantic Treaty Organization's (NATO) Nordic expansion (NATO). This comes a day after Russia's neighbours Finland and Sweden announced that they will submit formal NATO membership bids. President Vladimir Putin stated on Monday that Russia has no objections to Finland and Sweden joining NATO, but that the construction of military equipment on their soil would need a response from Moscow. Putin, addressing at a summit of the Russian-led Collective Security Treaty Organisation (CSTO) in Moscow, said NATO's expansion was a concern for Russia, and that the country needed to pay close attention to the US-led military alliance's efforts to expand its global influence. Since the last day of 1999, Vladimir Putin, Russia's supreme leader, has repeatedly highlighted NATO's post-Soviet enlargement eastwards into Russia's borders as a rationale for the invasion of Ukraine. NATO, founded in 1949 to provide European security against the Soviet Union, ultimately outguns Russia in almost every military measure apart from nuclear weapons, though the backbone of the alliance's military power is the United States - whose forces are mostly deployed far from Europe. × The battle, on the other hand, has sparked one of the most significant transformations in Europe's security architecture in decades: Sweden and Finland, which share a 1,300-kilometer (800-mile) border with Russia, joining the military alliance. "They should have no illusions that we will simply put up with it - and nor should Brussels, Washington and other NATO capitals," Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov was quoted as saying by the state RIA news agency. "The general level of military tension will rise, predictability in this sphere will decrease. It is a shame that common sense is being sacrificed to some phantom provision about what should be done in this unfolding situation," Ryabkov said. Watch | WION Global Summit 2022: Russian invasion of Ukraine impacts all, why are peace dialogues not efficient? Ryabkov, who oversaw talks with the US on a fatal Russian proposal to limit NATO's eastward expansion, said Helsinki and Stockholm's choice to join the alliance was a mistake. Russia has given few hints as to what it would do in reaction to NATO's Nordic enlargement, stating only that a "military-technical retaliation" will be taken. Last month, one of Putin's closest allies stated that if Finland and Sweden joined NATO, Russia may place nuclear weapons and hypersonic missiles in the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>The Donbas region has been the target for the Russian military in the last few days and Ukraine made it clear on Monday that they are prepared for an increase in attacks in the eastern part of the region. The Ukrainian military have made some progress in Kharkiv, according to Kyiv, and they are looking to continue their resistance in the eastern Donbas region. Donbas has been a key target for the Russian forces since the start of the invasion, but Ukraine have kept them at&nbsp;bay till now.</p>

<p>"We are preparing for new attempts by Russia to attack in Donbas, to somehow intensify its movement in the south of Ukraine," President Volodymyr Zelensky said in his nightly address.</p>

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<p>"The occupiers still do not want to admit that they are in a dead-end and their so-called 'special operation' has already gone bankrupt," he added according to AFP.</p>

<p>According to Kyiv, the Russian military is looking to launch an attack on Donbas after facing heavy losses in Kharkiv and interior ministry adviser Vadim Denisenko went on to say that the Ukrainian forces have made so much progress in Kharkiv that they are currently near the Russian border.</p>

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<p>The Russian military also suffered setbacks in their match towards Severodonetsk, the easternmost city under Ukraine’s control, as the Ukrainian army blew up the railway bridges leading to the city.</p>

<p>On the other hand, Russia has claimed that they have destroyed four artillery munitions depots in Donetsk. The Russian defence ministry claimed in their statement that they have also destroyed 15 Ukrainian drones and two missile-launching systems in the Donetsk and Lugansk regions.</p>

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Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. The Donbas region has been the target for the Russian military in the last few days and Ukraine made it clear on Monday that they are prepared for an increase in attacks in the eastern part of the region. The Ukrainian military have made some progress in Kharkiv, according to Kyiv, and they are looking to continue their resistance in the eastern Donbas region. Donbas has been a key target for the Russian forces since the start of the invasion, but Ukraine have kept them at bay till now. "We are preparing for new attempts by Russia to attack in Donbas, to somehow intensify its movement in the south of Ukraine," President Volodymyr Zelensky said in his nightly address. Also read | Sweden's ruling party backs NATO membership "The occupiers still do not want to admit that they are in a dead-end and their so-called 'special operation' has already gone bankrupt," he added according to AFP. According to Kyiv, the Russian military is looking to launch an attack on Donbas after facing heavy losses in Kharkiv and interior ministry adviser Vadim Denisenko went on to say that the Ukrainian forces have made so much progress in Kharkiv that they are currently near the Russian border. Also read | 'War inflicts more wounds on mankind': Iran's ex-prez at WION Global Summit The Russian military also suffered setbacks in their match towards Severodonetsk, the easternmost city under Ukraine’s control, as the Ukrainian army blew up the railway bridges leading to the city. On the other hand, Russia has claimed that they have destroyed four artillery munitions depots in Donetsk. The Russian defence ministry claimed in their statement that they have also destroyed 15 Ukrainian drones and two missile-launching systems in the Donetsk and Lugansk regions. (With agency inputs)

Ukraine prepares for Russian military push in Donbas region amid ongoing crisis

<p>Amid the Ukraine war, G7 nations on Saturday urged&nbsp;the Chinese government "not to undermine sanctions" imposed on Russia and directed Belarus to stop "enabling" the Russian invasion of Ukraine.</p>

<p>The G7 foreign ministers said Belarus should abide by "international obligations" and should "stop enabling Russia's aggression".</p>

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<p>The G7 countries vowed to broaden sanctions on Russia and said&nbsp;it won't&nbsp;recognise the changed borders along Ukraine brought about through&nbsp;"military aggression".</p>

<p>Western nations including the US and UK have already sent large amounts of artillery and anti-tank missiles to Ukraine amid the war.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, reports claimed Ukraine and Russian forces are involved in a fierce battle in the eastern Donbas region even as Kharkiv regional governor said Ukraine's forces have been counterattacking.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said his forces would continue to attack Russian positions under siege including Mariupol with the Azovstal plant under Russian fire.</p>

<p>Ukraine said the Azovstal plant has come under "massive artillery and air strikes". The civilians in the area were earlier evacuated with the help of the United Nations and the Red Cross, however, reports claim several Ukrainian soldiers held up at the steel plant have been injured as the Azov regiment urged they be evacuated.</p>

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Amid the Ukraine war, G7 nations on Saturday urged the Chinese government "not to undermine sanctions" imposed on Russia and directed Belarus to stop "enabling" the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Amid the Ukraine war, G7 nations on Saturday urged the Chinese government "not to undermine sanctions" imposed on Russia and directed Belarus to stop "enabling" the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The G7 foreign ministers said Belarus should abide by "international obligations" and should "stop enabling Russia's aggression". Also Read: Russia has cut Finland's electricity supply, says Finnish grid operator The G7 countries vowed to broaden sanctions on Russia and said it won't recognise the changed borders along Ukraine brought about through "military aggression". Western nations including the US and UK have already sent large amounts of artillery and anti-tank missiles to Ukraine amid the war. Watch: The first war crimes trial begins in Ukraine Meanwhile, reports claimed Ukraine and Russian forces are involved in a fierce battle in the eastern Donbas region even as Kharkiv regional governor said Ukraine's forces have been counterattacking. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said his forces would continue to attack Russian positions under siege including Mariupol with the Azovstal plant under Russian fire. Ukraine said the Azovstal plant has come under "massive artillery and air strikes". The civilians in the area were earlier evacuated with the help of the United Nations and the Red Cross, however, reports claim several Ukrainian soldiers held up at the steel plant have been injured as the Azov regiment urged they be evacuated. (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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It is week nine of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and Kyiv says that the second phase of the war has begun. Russia has launched its much anticipated offensive in eastern Ukraine with explosions reported all along the eastern front along with attacks in other regions.

Russia ups its offensive against Ukraine, Kyiv says 'battle for Donbas has begun'

<p>Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky declared on Tuesday that "Russian troops have begun the battle for the Donbas".</p>

<p>The Ukraine president added that Russian troops were "preparing for a long time" for the Donbas offensive. Putin's forces had captured Crimea from Ukraine in 2014, ever since then pro-Russian separatists have been fighting Ukraine's forces in a low-intensity war in the eastern region.</p>

<p>Zelensky asserted that "no matter how many Russian soldiers are brought here, we will fight. We will defend ourselves."</p>

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<p>Lugansk governor added that Russia had entered the eastern region with "huge amount of military hardware" as Ukraine's army retreated to "new positions".</p>

<p>President Putin had announced a "special military operation" on February 24 as his forces launched an invasion against Ukraine. However, Ukraine's forces have maintained fierce resistance against Russian forces for nearly two months with most regions holding against Russia's overwhelming military power.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Ukraine ignores Russia's surrender call for Mariupol</strong></p>

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<p>Ukraine had pulled out civilians from Donbas region in anticipation of the Russian attack even as Putin's forces continued their push towards Mariupol which has reportedly been encircled.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russia had directed Ukrainian forces to surrender on Sunday, however, Zelensky's forces rejected the proposal vowing to fight till the end.</p>

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<p>Russia escalated the offensive on Ukraine on Monday targeting key cities while pounding Lviv city with missiles. Kremlin said the Lviv strike was aimed at an ammunition depot where Ukraine had apparently stored weapons sent by the US and Europe.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Pentagon said a shipment worth $800-million is ready to be delivered to Ukraine as Russia prepares to carry out a major offensive in Donbas.</p>

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Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky declared on Tuesday that "Russian troops have begun the battle for the Donbas". The Ukraine president added that Russian troops were "preparing for a long time" for the Donbas offensive.

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky declared on Tuesday that "Russian troops have begun the battle for the Donbas". The Ukraine president added that Russian troops were "preparing for a long time" for the Donbas offensive. Putin's forces had captured Crimea from Ukraine in 2014, ever since then pro-Russian separatists have been fighting Ukraine's forces in a low-intensity war in the eastern region. Zelensky asserted that "no matter how many Russian soldiers are brought here, we will fight. We will defend ourselves." Also Read in Pics: Moskva attack: Why Ukraine's anti-ship missile Neptune is a gamechanger Lugansk governor added that Russia had entered the eastern region with "huge amount of military hardware" as Ukraine's army retreated to "new positions". President Putin had announced a "special military operation" on February 24 as his forces launched an invasion against Ukraine. However, Ukraine's forces have maintained fierce resistance against Russian forces for nearly two months with most regions holding against Russia's overwhelming military power. Watch: Ukraine ignores Russia's surrender call for Mariupol Ukraine had pulled out civilians from Donbas region in anticipation of the Russian attack even as Putin's forces continued their push towards Mariupol which has reportedly been encircled. Russia had directed Ukrainian forces to surrender on Sunday, however, Zelensky's forces rejected the proposal vowing to fight till the end. Also Read in Pics: How Harpoon anti-ship missiles in Ukraine's arsenal can disbalance Russia Russia escalated the offensive on Ukraine on Monday targeting key cities while pounding Lviv city with missiles. Kremlin said the Lviv strike was aimed at an ammunition depot where Ukraine had apparently stored weapons sent by the US and Europe. Meanwhile, Pentagon said a shipment worth $800-million is ready to be delivered to Ukraine as Russia prepares to carry out a major offensive in Donbas. (With inputs from Agencies)

Russian troops have begun battle for Donbas, says Ukraine President Zelensky

It is week nine of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and Kyiv says that the second phase of the war has now begun. Russia has launched its much anticipated offensive with explosions reported all along the eastern front, Ukraine's President Zelensky vowed to fight on, listen in.

Ukraine says 'Russia has begun it's eastern offensive,' explosions reported across Donbas

<p>Amid escalation of fighting in the Donbas area, Russia on Tuesday directed&nbsp;Ukrainian troops in Mariupol to surrender saying that was "senseless resistance".</p>

<p>Russia said it had carried out several "high-precision air-based missile"&nbsp;strikes in Donbas which included towns close to eastern Ukraine.</p>

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<p>President Zelensky had earlier declared Russia had begun its Donbas offensive as he vowed to defend the region.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Ukraine's Deputy&nbsp;Prime Minister Iryna Vereshchuk said no humanitarian corridor was possible for the third consecutive day since there has been no agreement with Russia.</p>

<p>Vereshchuk added that "intense bombardment of Donbas is continuing" while blaming the Russian forces for not opening the humanitarian corridor.</p>

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<p>Russia&nbsp;has&nbsp;carried out heavy bombardment of Mariupol for weeks with the city low on water, food and electricity. Reports say Ukrainian forces have been holding out in some pockets even though Russia claims the city has been encircled.</p>

<p>On Sunday, Russian forces had set a Sunday deadline for Ukrainian forces to surrender in Mariupol, however, it was rejected.</p>

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<p>Russian forces also escalated airstrikes on capital Kyiv amid the Donbas offensive as President Zelensky asserted that peace talks with Russia would be halted if Ukrainian troops were killed in Mariupol.</p>

<p>The strikes on Kyiv&nbsp;took place a day after Russia's premier warship Moskva sunk in the Black Sea. Ukraine said the ship was brought down by&nbsp;its Neptune anti-ship missile,&nbsp;however, Russia claimed the sinking occurred due to explosions.</p>

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Amid escalation of fighting in the Donbas area, Russia on Tuesday directed Ukrainian troops in Mariupol to surrender saying that was "senseless resistance". Russia said it had carried out several "high-precision air-based missile" strikes in Donbas which included towns close to eastern Ukraine.

Amid escalation of fighting in the Donbas area, Russia on Tuesday directed Ukrainian troops in Mariupol to surrender saying that was "senseless resistance". Russia said it had carried out several "high-precision air-based missile" strikes in Donbas which included towns close to eastern Ukraine. Also Read in Pics: Why Ukraine's anti-ship missile Neptune is a gamechanger President Zelensky had earlier declared Russia had begun its Donbas offensive as he vowed to defend the region. Meanwhile, Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister Iryna Vereshchuk said no humanitarian corridor was possible for the third consecutive day since there has been no agreement with Russia. Vereshchuk added that "intense bombardment of Donbas is continuing" while blaming the Russian forces for not opening the humanitarian corridor. Watch: Captured Britons put on Russian TV Russia has carried out heavy bombardment of Mariupol for weeks with the city low on water, food and electricity. Reports say Ukrainian forces have been holding out in some pockets even though Russia claims the city has been encircled. On Sunday, Russian forces had set a Sunday deadline for Ukrainian forces to surrender in Mariupol, however, it was rejected. Also Read in Pics: Ukraine war: What Panzerfaust 3 weapons can do against Russian tanks Russian forces also escalated airstrikes on capital Kyiv amid the Donbas offensive as President Zelensky asserted that peace talks with Russia would be halted if Ukrainian troops were killed in Mariupol. The strikes on Kyiv took place a day after Russia's premier warship Moskva sunk in the Black Sea. Ukraine said the ship was brought down by its Neptune anti-ship missile, however, Russia claimed the sinking occurred due to explosions. (With inputs from Agencies)

Russia issues Mariupol ultimatum amid Donbas offensive

<p>Amid efforts to start peace talks in Turkey, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky told Russian journalists in an interview that his government is considering Russian demand of Ukrainian neutrality.</p>

<p>Zelensky said the Russian demand is being "carefully studied". Before the war, President Putin had directed NATO not to induct Ukraine into its military alliance. Earlier, Russia had had said Swedish and Austrian models of neutrality could be adopted by Ukraine, however, the proposal was rejected by Zelensky's government.</p>

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<p>Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov however added that although President Putin "has never refused to meet President Zelensky" but&nbsp;that meeting between the two leaders would be "counterproductive".</p>

<p>Ukraine and Russian officials have reportedly confirmed talks to take place in Turkey on Tuesday.</p>

<p>Zelensky said he had spoken to Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi over the security guarantees issue. Zelensky's comments come as Ukrainian and Russian officials get set to meet in Istanbul after President Erdogan spoke to President Vladimir Putin on Sunday.</p>

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<p>Russia's military had signalled last week that it was shifting its focus to the separatist region of Donbas in eastern Ukraine. "I don't think there will be any breakthrough on the main issues," Ukrainian interior ministry adviser Vadym Denysenko said even though Zelensky during his interview with Russian journalists said some kind of "compromise" could be worked out on Donbas.</p>

<p>Lavrov had declared that he wanted Ukraine to "stop assimilating itself with the West, with NATO, in the military sense".</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, President Biden proposed $6.9 billion in aid to Ukraine against Russia and to bolster NATO as Russia continued to intensify its campaign in Ukraine.</p>

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Amid efforts to start peace talks in Turkey, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky told Russian journalists in an interview that his government is considering Russian demand of Ukrainian neutrality.

Amid efforts to start peace talks in Turkey, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky told Russian journalists in an interview that his government is considering Russian demand of Ukrainian neutrality. Zelensky said the Russian demand is being "carefully studied". Before the war, President Putin had directed NATO not to induct Ukraine into its military alliance. Earlier, Russia had had said Swedish and Austrian models of neutrality could be adopted by Ukraine, however, the proposal was rejected by Zelensky's government. Also Read in Pics: What Panzerfaust 3 weapons can do against Russian tanks Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov however added that although President Putin "has never refused to meet President Zelensky" but that meeting between the two leaders would be "counterproductive". Ukraine and Russian officials have reportedly confirmed talks to take place in Turkey on Tuesday. Zelensky said he had spoken to Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi over the security guarantees issue. Zelensky's comments come as Ukrainian and Russian officials get set to meet in Istanbul after President Erdogan spoke to President Vladimir Putin on Sunday. Watch: Will Biden's remarks affect peace talks? Russia's military had signalled last week that it was shifting its focus to the separatist region of Donbas in eastern Ukraine. "I don't think there will be any breakthrough on the main issues," Ukrainian interior ministry adviser Vadym Denysenko said even though Zelensky during his interview with Russian journalists said some kind of "compromise" could be worked out on Donbas. Lavrov had declared that he wanted Ukraine to "stop assimilating itself with the West, with NATO, in the military sense". Also Read: History of urban warfare & why Russia will find it difficult to conquer Kyiv Meanwhile, President Biden proposed $6.9 billion in aid to Ukraine against Russia and to bolster NATO as Russia continued to intensify its campaign in Ukraine. (With inputs from Agencies)

Ahead of talks in Istanbul, Zelensky says Russian demand being 'carefully studied'

Russia's invasion of Ukraine is intensifying. Over the weekend, Russian jets destroyed a military base near Poland. Ukrainian officials have accused Russia of using phosphorus chemical bombs. Two mayors have been "abducted". Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Did Russia use a chemical bomb in Donbas?

<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that he can discuss the future of Crimea and Donbas with Russia as he made crucial comments on the membership of NATO.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered "military operations" in Ukrainian cities on February 24, before that, Putin signed a decree to recognise the separatist regions of Donetsk and Luhansk in the Donbas as independent states.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In an exclusive chat with ABC News that aired Monday night, Zelensky said, "The people who elected me are not ready to surrender. We are not ready for ultimatums. But we can discuss with Russia the future of Crimea and Donbas."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>One of the demands by Putin stated that Ukraine would not join NATO. In that context, Zelensky said, "Regarding NATO, I have cooled down regarding this question long ago after we understood that NATO is not prepared to accept Ukraine."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, pointing out the death and destruction, Zelensky said on Wednesday (March 9) the international community would be responsible for a mass "humanitarian catastrophe" if it did not agree to a no-fly zone.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>He said, "Russia is using missiles, aviation, helicopters against us. Against civilians. Against our cities. Against our infrastructure. It is the humanitarian responsibility of the world - to respond. But... there is no decision."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ukraine has pleaded with Western nations to provide it with fighter jets to counter a Russian invasion that has forced more than two million refugees to flee the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The US lawmakers have responded by pushing President Joe Biden's administration to facilitate the transfer of aircraft.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WATCH | US rejects Poland's offer on MIG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine</strong></p>

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that he can discuss the future of Crimea and Donbas with Russia as he made crucial comments on the membership of NATO.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that he can discuss the future of Crimea and Donbas with Russia as he made crucial comments on the membership of NATO. Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered "military operations" in Ukrainian cities on February 24, before that, Putin signed a decree to recognise the separatist regions of Donetsk and Luhansk in the Donbas as independent states. In an exclusive chat with ABC News that aired Monday night, Zelensky said, "The people who elected me are not ready to surrender. We are not ready for ultimatums. But we can discuss with Russia the future of Crimea and Donbas." ALSO READ | Icon of post-Soviet Russia: Significance of McDonald's closure in Russia is huge, here's why One of the demands by Putin stated that Ukraine would not join NATO. In that context, Zelensky said, "Regarding NATO, I have cooled down regarding this question long ago after we understood that NATO is not prepared to accept Ukraine." Meanwhile, pointing out the death and destruction, Zelensky said on Wednesday (March 9) the international community would be responsible for a mass "humanitarian catastrophe" if it did not agree to a no-fly zone. IN PICS | What are Czech hedgehogs?: Homemade obstacles that can destroy Russian tanks He said, "Russia is using missiles, aviation, helicopters against us. Against civilians. Against our cities. Against our infrastructure. It is the humanitarian responsibility of the world - to respond. But... there is no decision." Ukraine has pleaded with Western nations to provide it with fighter jets to counter a Russian invasion that has forced more than two million refugees to flee the country. The US lawmakers have responded by pushing President Joe Biden's administration to facilitate the transfer of aircraft. WATCH | US rejects Poland's offer on MIG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine × (With inputs from agencies)

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More than 2,000 ceasefire violations have been reported in eastern Ukraine. Washington believes Putin is using the Donbas hostilities as an excuse to invade. Russia is accusing the West of using Ukraine as a tool of conflict. Is war now inevitable? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: 2,000 ceasefire violations in eastern Ukraine

There has been a rise in shelling in eastern Ukraine amid the ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine. This comes at a time when people were asked to evacuate the region.

Ukraine-Russia tensions: Rise in shelling in Donbas as evacuees reach Russia

Donbas separatists order evacuation after shelling in the region. Russian President Vladimir Putin raised alarms over shelling in the region. Donbas separatists say Ukraine is preparing an offensive in the region.

Ukraine: Vladimir Putin raises alarm over shelling in Donbas

Has Russia ruled out invading Ukraine? Will a stalemate translate into a long-lasting resolution? Palki Sharma tells you why the current de-escalation is unlikely to bring peace in Ukraine.

Gravitas: What next in Ukraine?

Is Russia conducting a proxy war in Ukraine? Tensions in eastern Ukraine have risen dramatically after Russia backed separatists engaged in multiple shelling incidents this morning. A nursery school was hit. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Is Russia conducting a proxy war in Ukraine?

Russian parliament has asked President Vladimir Putin to recognise the Donbas as republics. If Putin agrees, he would be threatening war. Palki Sharma tells you why Donbas determines what happens next in the Ukraine-Russia crisis.

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