Avdiivka has been the target of Russian aggression since a new offensive to capture the important Ukrainian fortress city was launched on October 10th. Since then, each side has suffered terrible soldier and equipment casualties. Russian infantry has been at the forefront of the assaults on Avdiivka since the Kremlin changed its tactics but it seems recent advances made by Russia against the city have led to a return to armored attacks as the battle passes its 5-month mark. How significant is Avdiivka to Ukraine ?

