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Ukraine's withdrawal from the city of Avdiivka hands Vladimir Putin a major symbolic victory before Russia's presidential election in March and exposes Kyiv's critical shortages of weapons and soldiers.

Ukraine's withdrawal from the city of Avdiivka hands Vladimir Putin a major symbolic victory before Russia's presidential election in March and exposes Kyiv's critical shortages of weapons and soldiers.For Vladimir Putin, whose re-election as Russian president in March is all but assured with the opposition muzzled or exiled, Avdiivka is a "significant victory", according to the US-based Institute for the Study of War.

The Ukrainian president's visit comes as Russia is stepping up the pressure on eastern Ukraine. Western companies are increasing weapons production, but it will take time.

House Republicans look set to block $60 billion in aid to Ukraine. It could lead to the deaths of more Ukrainian troops and cost Ukraine the war.

Europe News: NATO military officials caution of potential conflict with Russia, urging increased defense investment. Concerns arise over NATO's armament deficienci

House Republicans look set to block $60 billion in aid to Ukraine. It could lead to the deaths of more Ukrainian troops and cost Ukraine the war.

House Republicans look set to block $60 billion in aid to Ukraine. It could lead to the deaths of more Ukrainian troops and cost Ukraine the war.

Europe News: Nato generals are preparing for a heightened risk of conflict with Russia and advocating for increased investments in deterrence. Ukraine could potent

NATO generals are bracing themselves for an increased risk of war with Russia and are calling for investment in deterrence. Ukraine may benefit from this as wel

NATO generals are bracing themselves for an increased risk of war with Russia and are calling for investment in deterrence. Ukraine may benefit from this as well.