Russia continues its progress in the Donbass

Day after day, the city of Severodonestk is the target of Russian bombardments. On the ground, the Ukrainian armed forces try to push back an enemy which does not cease advancing. 10 kilometers away, further east, the town of Lyssytchansk bears the scars of resistance. Gutted buildings, businesses riddled with bullets, charred vehicles… The Donbass is the scene of intense clashes between Russian and Ukrainian soldiers.

Even further east, an hour and a half drive from Lysytchansk, the city of Sloviansk. Makeshift barrages are in place to slow the enemy’s advance. Despite the imminent danger, some residents remain confident, like Yuriy. “I think our army will prevent the city from falling, I hope the Ukrainian armed forces will win and won’t let the Russians surround the city.“He is one of 25,000 people who have decided to stay in Sloviansk despite the war.