Ukraine lines break as Putin's men encircle 5 brigades, 1,000 soldiers in massive Donbas battle Ukrainian forces are locked in intense battles across the Donbass as Russia pushes fresh assaults. Kyiv confirms heavy engagements along multiple frontlines amid signs of a renewed Russian offensive. Commanders warn of rising casualties as troops fight to hold strategic towns under nonstop shelling. The clashes mark one of the fiercest phases of the war as winter conditions worsen the battlefield. #ru