In Ukraine, Russian Activity Now More Focused on Donbas Than Kyiv
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The Russians continue airstrikes on Kyiv, but it appears the Russian military is less interested in conducting ground operations there and instead is now focused on an eastern area of the country known as the Donbas, a senior defense official said.
Biden Thanks U.S. Troops in Poland for Their Sacrifices, Service
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President Joe Biden met with soldiers assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division at Rzeszow, Poland, and thanked them for their efforts in response to the Russian invasion of neighboring Ukraine.
NATO Leaders Discuss Responses to Russia's Ukraine Invasion
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NATO leaders discussed the response to Russian aggression in Ukraine, ways the alliance can support Ukraine's defense and ways to best defend NATO nations, alliance Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said.
Generals Say China, Russia Persist in Western Hemisphere Meddling
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China and Russia are looking for opportunities to undermine U.S. partnerships in the Americas, generals said.
Battle in Eastern Ukraine Heats Up as Russians Are Driven Back East of Capital
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Ukrainian soldiers have forced Russian invaders back from the east side of Ukraine's capital, Kyiv. Russians to the northwest of the city have begun digging defensive positions, a senior defense official said.
Russian Forces Invading Ukraine Suffer Low Morale
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Russian forces invading Ukraine are suffering low morale that could affect the outcome of the battle there, Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby said.
DOD Official: Ukrainian Fighters Continue to Hold Off Russia From Invading Kyiv
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Ukrainian forces have continued to hold off Russian attempts at invading the Ukraine capital of Kyiv by about 15 km to the northwest and about 30 km to the east in the past 24 hours, according to a senior Defense Department official.
Russian Military Activities in Ukraine Conducted 'In Silos'
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It's been nearly a month since Russia illegally invaded Ukraine, and Russian forces have been unable to achieve what Pentagon leaders believe to be their goals.
Defense Official Says Ukrainians Continue Strong Resistance Against Russian Invaders
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Ukrainian forces — including civilians — are continuing to frustrate Russian invasion forces on the ground and in the air, a senior Defense Department official said.
Bulgaria Stands Up Multinational Battle Group
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The NATO multinational battle group led by Bulgaria is an important step in the face of nearby Russian aggression in Ukraine and the United States fully supports it, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.