Despite making gains in the eastern city of Bakhmut, Ukrainian troops say they continue to face intense artillery strikes from Russian forces who fire up to 500 shells a day. Current Time's Andriy Kuzakov reported from near Bakhmut on May 6 on the fighting and efforts to treat the wounded.
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Ukrainian officials have underlined the importance that Kyiv attaches to holding Bakhmut as it makes the final preparations for its expected counteroffensive this spring.
A British historian, Lawrence Freedman specializes in international relations, foreign policy, and strategy. He spoke to RFE/RL's Georgian Service about the likelihood of total victory for either side, and why he doesn't think Putin will use a nuclear weapon.