Ukraine says Russian troops have been spotted at 10 locations in Ukrainian territory, including two major cities controlled by pro-Russian rebels seeking autonomy from Ukrainian rule.
Military spokesman Andriy Lysenko said Russia is continuing to concentrate soldiers and military hardware in six areas in the Donetsk region, including Donetsk city and Luhansk.
Lysenko – speaking Tuesday – also said 15 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed in fighting in the east since early Monday.
Separately, Ukraine’s Defense Minister Valeriy Heletey (writing on his Facebook page) said Ukraine military objectives are shifting from a counter-insurgency operation to a battle against the Russian army. He …read more
Source: Voice of America
