Russian forces seize two villages in Donetsk
Russian military forces have successfully taken control of two additional villages in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region. The advancement was confirmed by the state-run RIA news agency on Sunday. This development follows a massive wave of nearly 300 drone strikes launched by Ukraine against Russian targets over the preceding 12-hour period, highlighting the intense and ongoing nature of the frontline conflict.
Date: August 10, 2026
Location: Donetsk, Ukraine
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: ground battle
Severity: HIGH
Source: The Independent