Ukrainian troops come under fire in Avdiivka as Zelensky pleads for military aid

Ukraine’s 3rd Assault Brigade on Saturday (February 17) released footage said to show the movement of servicemen under fire in the eastern town of Avdiivka. Ukrainian troops withdrew from the devastated Avdiivka, Kyiv's military chief said on Saturday. The announcement also comes as Ukraine faces acute shortages of ammunition, with U.S. military aid delayed for months in Congress. The loss of the town, therefore, may give President Volodymyr Zelensky a stronger case to ask the West for more urgent military aid. At the Munich Security Conference on Saturday he said an "artificial" shortage of weapons was strengthening Putin's forces on the battlefield. Read more: https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/26015423/russian-warplane-explodes-ukrainian-missile-strike/ The Sun delivers breaking news, latest gossip and incredible exclusives around the world with hubs in London, New York, Scotland and Ireland. Covering topics from news, money and sport along with our famous Fabulous Magazine, The Sun is the biggest news brand in the UK and one of the fastest growing news sites in the US. Stay tuned for video clips across the biggest news stories and segments from The Sun’s expert journalists. Become a Sun Subscriber and hit the bell to be the first to know. Watch The Sun's latest coverage of the war in Ukraine, with real-time updates on deadly drone strikes, the latest weapons, military action, and those resisting Russia’s invasion. Stay up-to-date on President Volodymyr Zelensky’s plans to defend Ukraine and the escalating tensions between Kyiv and Moscow as Russian President Vladimir Putin targets more Ukrainian territory. Track Putin’s disputes with global leaders and the broader geopolitical impact including US President Donald Trump’s role in the conflict - from his controversial minerals deal with Zelensky to his strained relationship with Putin. Subscribe now for ongoing updates on Zelensky, Putin, and Trump. The Sun brings you breaking news and in-depth analysis on the stories that matter most. From the ongoing war in Ukraine to conflicts in the Middle East and US and UK politics, we post updates as they happen. Expect the latest on major global events, pressing political debates, celebrity updates and exclusive royal family content, along with in-depth investigations and expert commentary. Get comprehensive coverage of Donald Trump's Presidency, Vladimir Putin's actions, and the unfolding drama of the British Royal Family. Subscribe now for daily updates and exclusive content from The Sun. https://www.youtube.com/c/thesun?sub_confirmation=1 Read The Sun: https://bit.ly/3Tay1OY Like The Sun on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesun/ Follow The Sun on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCIzXayRP7-P0ANpq-nD-h5g Subscribe to The Sun on Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/The_Sun/1633225139 #russia #ukraine #war