Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 643
Severe weather in southern Russia and Ukraine caused deaths, power outages, and disrupted military operations.
Russian forces are intensifying their drive to capture Avdiivka, with Ukrainian estimates of Russian casualties running at almost 1,000 per day in November. [ more ]
Key town which holds 'political importance' for Putin on the verge of being taken by Russian forces
Russian forces are directing a large amount of troops at the town of Avdiivka in eastern Ukraine, which holds significant political importance for Putin.
The situation in Avdiivka has become critical for Ukraine, as the town's capture would limit their ability to launch counteroffensive operations against Russia in the Donbas region. [ more ]
What happened in the Russia-Ukraine war this week? Catch up with the must-read news and analysis
Russia accused Ukraine of downing a military transport plane carrying prisoners of war, while Ukraine said Moscow failed to warn them about the exchange.
The Kremlin's immediate goals in Ukraine are to take back Kupiansk and capture the town of Avdiivka. [ more ]