In pictures: Ukraine fights for Bakhmut as war hits 500th day

A Ukrainian serviceman of the 3rd Assault Brigade fires a 122mm mortar towards Russian positions at the front line, near Bakhmut, Donetsk region. - Copyright AP Photo

By Euronews

Published on 08/07/2023 - 08:00

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With its counteroffensive against Russian forces now well underway, Ukraine claims to be making steady advances toward the eastern city of Bakhmut, in the Donetsk region. And while intermittent Russian strikes continue to claim civilian lives, many Ukrainians are going about their daily business even after 500 days of conflict.