The war between Russia and Ukraine, which began in February 2022, is still ongoing and remains one of the most significant conflicts in modern history. Recent events show that fighting is intense, and diplomatic efforts to end the war are facing major challenges.
Heavy Attacks and Civilian Losses
In the past few days, Russia launched one of its largest aerial attacks since the war began. Ukrainian officials reported that Russian forces fired 48 missiles and nearly 500 drones across the country. While most were intercepted, some hit civilian areas, including an apartment building in Ternopil, a city in western Ukraine. At least 26 people were killed, including children, and dozens more were injured. Emergency crews are still searching for survivors under the rubble. Other cities, like Kharkiv, also suffered damage and injuries from shelling. These strikes have caused widespread power outages as winter approaches, making life even harder for civilians. [aljazeera.com], [cbsnews.com]
Battlefield Situation
On the front lines, fighting remains fierce in eastern Ukraine. The city of Pokrovsk, a key stronghold in the Donbas region, is under heavy attack. Russian forces have been pushing to capture it for months, and experts warn that its fall could give Russia a major advantage in controlling eastern Ukraine. Ukrainian troops are trying to hold their positions, but reports suggest they are under severe pressure. [aljazeera.com]
Peace Talks and Controversy
Meanwhile, there is growing discussion about a possible peace deal. Reports indicate that the United States and Russia have drafted a plan that would require Ukraine to give up parts of its territory and reduce its military strength by half. Critics say this would be a huge concession to Russia and could leave Ukraine vulnerable in the future. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has not agreed to the plan, and European leaders insist that any peace agreement must involve Ukraine and respect its sovereignty. [meduza.io], [independent.co.uk], [dw.com]
What’s Next?
The situation remains uncertain. Ukraine continues to defend its territory while seeking international support, and Russia shows no signs of stopping its attacks. Peace talks may resume soon, but for now, the war is far from over.
