President Zelenskiy encourages soldiers at eastern base, perhaps aiming to emphasize thorough resistance. The Ukrainian army has just announced the withdrawal of troops from Audiiivka, a stronghold in the eastern Donetsk region.
Former President of Russia and Deputy Chairman of the Security Council Medvedev said on the 19th in Chechnya that more than 53,000 people have served in the military since January 1st this year. The country has emphasized that it is increasing its military strength in combat areas, and is poised to intensify its offensive.