Ukraine’s Retreat From Avdiivka Under Russia’s Harrowing Attacks
The fall of the city, when it came in mid-February, was brutal and fast. Soldiers fought for their lives. Many did not make it.
Avdiivka, Longtime Ukraine Stronghold Ukraine, Falls to Russia
With Ukraine’s forces at risk of encirclement, the top military commander ordered a retreat. In startlingly candid accounts, soldiers described disarray and despair.