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Associated Press: Russian efforts to seize the key city of Avdiivka in eastern Ukraine appear to be losing momentum, according to Ukrainian officials and an analysis from a Washington-based think tank. The conflict has entered its 600th day, with Ukraine having fended off 15 Russian attacks on Avdiivka in the past 24 hours. This shows a notable decline from up to 60 attacks per day last week, suggesting a slowing down of Russian military operations in the area. Both sides are racing to secure gains before winter conditions limit military activities.
Ukraine initiated a counteroffensive four months ago but has had limited success against Russia’s more numerous forces. The U.S. plans to ask Congress for a combined aid package for Ukraine and Israel worth more than $2 billion. Meanwhile, Russia faces potential diplomatic pressure from the 57-nation Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe.
Both countries’ claims about the war are difficult to verify due to misinformation, but Moscow insists that Ukraine has made “no significant gains” in its counteroffensive. Avdiivka’s strategic location near Donetsk could provide Ukrainian forces with artillery advantages and serves as a potential stepping stone for further offensives.
The entire article can be read at the link https://apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-avdiivka-donetsk-counteroffensive-ae6a7dd33a43ae91bd9660aa5ca2b9a0
