Bătălia pentru Donbas: Ucraina se pregătește pentru cele mai grele lupte ale anului
Ukraine is bracing for intense fighting in the Donetsk region as Russian forces approach key cities. Experts predict September and October could see the heaviest clashes of the year. The capture of Sloviansk and Kramatorsk would bring Russia closer to controlling the entire industrial region of Donetsk. Ukraine's defense is crucial for maintaining the eastern front, with new military leadership aiming to enhance decision-making on the battlefield. Despite challenges, Ukrainian forces have previously halted Russian advances. The situation remains complex, with Russia struggling to penetrate Ukrainian defenses, while Ukraine faces military personnel shortages.