The battle for Pokrovsk - why Russia wants to capture this key Ukrainian city

Russia closes in on Ukraine's Pokrovsk in one of the war's key battles

A dire shortage of infantry troops coupled with Russian drone attacks on supply routes are weakening Ukraine's resistance in the key city of Pokrovsk.

Russia says its captured another village in Donetsk in eastern Ukraine

Moscow claims to have seized the eastern Ukrainian village of Novovasylivka as it appears to be slowly closing in on the key logistic city of Prokrovsk.

VIDEO| Putin’s Men Claim Major Victory Near Pokrovsk | Ukrainian Leopard Tank Destroyed

Russian forces have claimed a significant victory near the strategic city of Pokrovsk in Donbass, successfully capturing fortified Ukrainian positions after a fierce assault. A video released by Russia's Ministry of Defense shows the destruction of a German-made Leopard tank, hit by a missile strike. Drone footage captures the devastating moment as the missile strikes the Ukrainian tank, followed by the collapse of a nearby shelter. The attack also involved suicide drones targeting deep trenches and dugout shelters. Despite heavy casualties on both sides, Russian troops have made substantial progress, intensifying the threat to the already vulnerable Pokrovsk. The city remains a crucial supply hub for Ukrainian defenses but is increasingly under pressure from Russian advances. #PokrovskVictory #RussianAdvances #UkrainianResistance #LeopardTankDestroyed #DonbassWar #PutinsTroops #UkrainianFrontlines #MilitaryVictory #MissileStrike #SuicideDrones #WarInUkraine #DonbassConflict #UkrainianCasualties #RussianOffensive #TankDestruction Also Read From Russia With Love: 7-Foot-Tall 'Muscular Baba' Draws Attention In Maha Kumbh With His Chiselled Physique :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/from-russia-with-love-7-foot-tall-muscular-baba-draws-attention-in-maha-kumbh-with-his-chiselled-4045243.html?ref=DMDesc After Latest Death, India Seeks Release of Citizens In Russian Military Forces :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/after-latest-death-india-seeks-release-of-citizens-in-russian-military-forces-4042229.html?ref=DMDesc Russia Warns of Severe Environmental Damage from Oil Spill in Kerch Strait Cleanup Efforts :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/russia-environmental-damage-oil-tankers-cleanup-011-4031223.html?ref=DMDesc

Russia Vs Ukraine Epic Tank Showdown: Explosive Video of Tanks Head On Warfare | Guess Who Wins...

In a rare and intense tank-on-tank battle near Pokrovsk, Donetsk People's Republic, Russian forces clashed with Ukrainian armored units, resulting in one Ukrainian tank being destroyed. The confrontation occurred as part of a Russian convoy advancing towards a wooded area on the outskirts of the village. The battle escalated quickly as both sides fired at each other, missing initially, but a Russian tank landed several direct hits on the leading Ukrainian tank, causing it to catch fire and become inoperative. The second Ukrainian tank retreated but was later hunted down and destroyed by FPV kamikaze drones. This dramatic video showcases the rare occurrence of direct tank combat amidst the heavy use of drones, marking a rare but significant escalation in tank warfare in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. #TankBattle #DonbassCombat #RussianTanks #UkrainianTanks #TankOnTank #DonetskConflict #MilitaryClash #RussiaUkraineWar #ArmorBattle #DonbassSkirmish #TankWar #FPVDrones #WarInUkraine #HeavyCombat #ExplosiveBattle Also Read Explained | Declining Support For Ukraine In Europe: What’s Behind The Shift? :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/explained-declining-support-for-ukraine-in-europe-what-s-behind-the-shift-4027415.html?ref=DMDesc 9/11 Like Attack Takes Place In Russia; All Flights At Kazan Airport Suspended :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/9-11-like-attack-takes-place-in-russia-all-flights-at-kazan-airport-suspended-011-4022565.html?ref=DMDesc NATO Chief Visits Bulgaria to Inspect Joint Military Unit and Urges Enhanced Support for Ukraine :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/nato-chief-inspects-joint-military-unit-bulgaria-support-ukraine-011-4021049.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.318~PR.152~ED.102~GR.125~

Donetsk Falls to Putin’s Men: Russia’s Tsentr Group Capture Novoolenovka; Russian Tricolor Raised

In a significant advancement in the ongoing conflict, Russian forces have successfully liberated Novoolenovka, a strategic settlement in the Donetsk People's Republic (DPR). Units from the Tsentr Group of Forces pushed forward in the Krasnoarmeysk direction, overpowering Ukrainian resistance and securing the area. As part of this victory, Russian troops raised the Russian tricolor flag over the liberated settlement, marking another milestone in Russia's efforts to secure control over the Donetsk region. The successful operation comes amid ongoing military operations in the region, reinforcing Russia's territorial gains in the eastern Ukraine conflict. #Donetsk #PutinsMen #TsentrGroup #Novoolenovka #RussianVictory #DonetskPeoplesRepublic #RussiaLiberates #RussianTricolor #UkraineConflict #Krasnoarmeysk #RussianTroops #MilitaryAdvancement #DonetskLiberation #UkraineResistance #RussianMilitary

Protesters march in London over Ukraine war anniversary

Hundreds of people march on the Russian Embassy in London, marking the upcoming third anniversary of the country’s invasion of Ukraine. The demonstration, organised by a coalition of groups under the Ukraine Solidarity Campaign, is showing support for Ukrainians both in the UK and back home. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

NATO conducts military drill amid worries US security priorities lie away from Europe

NATO conducts military drill amid worries US security priorities lie away from Europe In the run-up to the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the Steadfast Dart 2025 exercises comprise about 10,000 military personnel from nine nations as part of NATO’s new Allied Reaction Force. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/02/22/nato-conducts-military-drill-amid-worries-us-security-priorities-lie-away-from-europe Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Ukraine campaigner speaks about ‘frustration’ ahead of march

An organiser of the Ukraine Solidarity Campaign speaks about his “frustration” of the current political “betrayal” around the war in the eastern European country. Referencing Russia’s “122,000 recorded war crimes” in Ukraine, Christopher Ford says “the perpetrator of these crimes could be rewarded with conquest”. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Trump backs election in Ukraine, calls Zelensky unpopular amid Peace talks on ending conflict

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Putin Open To Zelensky Talks As Kremlin Says Ukraine Can Join EU But Not NATO Amid Saudi Peace Talks

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