As counteroffensive looms, Ukraine vows not to give up Bakhmut
The battle has symbolic importance for both sides, with Ukraine still holding on to some parts of the city after months of fighting against regular Russian troops and the Wagner mercenary force.
A Ukrainian serviceman waves from a tank, as Russia's attack on Ukraine continues, during intense shelling on Christmas Day at the frontline in Bakhmut, Ukraine, December 25, 2022.(photo credit: CLODAGH KILCOYNE/ REUTERS)ByREUTERS
