Ukraine claims to have liberated two frontline villages in Donetsk
Soldiers filmed raising Ukrainian flag and banner in villages, a week after launch of counteroffensive
Stay updated with breaking news from Ruslan Strilets. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
Soldiers filmed raising Ukrainian flag and banner in villages, a week after launch of counteroffensive
Kyiv reports 34 clashes with Russian forces in east amid talk long-awaited counteroffensive underway; Russia attacks with missiles and drones
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Saturday that counteroffensive and defensive actions were underway against Russian forces, asserting that his top commanders were in a 'positive' mindset as their troops engaged in intense fighting along the front line.
Ukraine's General Staff said Saturday that "heavy battles" were ongoing, with 34 clashes over the previous day in the country's industrial east.
The Ukrainian leader spoke at a news conference while hosting Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau