Intense fighting continues around Severodonetsk as Russia plans changes to military laws.
On Day 86 of the Russia-Ukraine war, heavy fighting has been reported around Severodonetsk, a key city in the Donbas region of eastern Ukraine. Russian forces appear to be intensifying their efforts to encircle Ukrainian defenders, with the city becoming a focal point of the conflict.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy described the situation in the Donbas region—comprising the eastern provinces of Luhansk and Donetsk—as being transformed into a “hell.” He also warned that the “final stage of the war” is expected to be the bloodiest, signaling the continued intensity of the ongoing battle for control over the region.
In related developments, Russia has announced plans to change its military laws, including scrapping the age limit for soldiers, which may indicate an effort to bolster its forces as the conflict persists. The situation remains tense, and the conflict continues to evolve with devastating consequences for both countries.
