Ukraine War: Russians set for new phase of Donbas offensive

Synopsis

Ukrainian forces prepare for a new phase of conflict as they know the rest of the Donbass is next on the Russian target list. The first British journalist gains access to foreign-supplied heavy artillery, including a Caesar howitzer from France, which they hope will turn the tide of the war. Despite recent losses, Ukrainian commanders express optimism, stating they will reclaim lost territory. The Donbass battlefield has seen intense fighting since Russia declared the two regions independent. The situation remains dire, with Russian forces pushing deeper into eastern Ukraine. Residents of Krasnojriska, caught in the conflict, face dire humanitarian needs, with around 6,000 names on a target list for aid. The ongoing war has left the local hospital barely functioning, and the area is riddled with shell craters and unexploded ordnance, making daily life perilous.