As the war nears its two-year mark, Russia has claimed complete control over a key city in eastern Ukraine. Russian troops took over the industrial hub of Avdiivka after months of fighting. Russian President Putin congratulated the military for the "important victory". Ukraine said it had withdrawn its soldiers from Avdiivka. Kyiv's forces struggle due to ammunition shortage.
Also, Israel has set a deadline for its offensive in Rafah. The Israeli government says it will invade Rafah by the start of Ramadan, which is expected to begin on March 10, if Hamas does not return the remaining hostages by then.
