carrying willows, instead of palms, per the orthodox tradition. it s supposed to be a celebration of jesus s return to jerusalem, but there is little joy in this congregation. ukrainian officials say this city will be a decisive battleground in russia s imminent defensive in the donbas re region. the streets are getting emptier, as the fatephyting gets closer. those still here are are being urged to leave. the air-raid siren is an unrelenting wail. we have heard a steady stream of booms coming from that way, in the distance. but as you can see, people here are just used to it. the children continue to play. the adults tday strong. this group is awaiting an