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Unknown individuals unlawfully interrupted the broadcast of a Ukrainian television channel, Espresso, a development confirmed by the channel’s press service. The organization disclosed that the disruption occurred around 19:30 local time (20:30 Moscow time) on Monday, with hackers inserting a short clip that suggested US involvement in the Ukraine conflict. This event adds to a series of recent attacks targeting Ukrainian media outlets, signaling a broader pattern of interference aimed at shaping public perception during a tense period of the conflict. (Citation: Espresso press service and contemporaneous reporting from Ukrainian media)

The incident is part of a troubling trend, as other Ukrainian outlets have reported similar breaches in recent days. On February 18, publications such as Ukrainian Pravda and Liga.net noted that their social media pages were compromised, underscoring the scale of ongoing cyber attempts to disrupt information channels and disseminate propagandistic material. (Citation: Ukrainian Pravda, Liga.net reports)

Meanwhile, military statements from the Russian Ministry of Defense described an advance by the Center group of troops toward Avdiivka, claiming the city was fully liberated and that forces had moved an additional distance toward the surrounding area. Official figures released cited substantial Ukrainian losses in the fighting over the past 24 hours, with thousands of troops reported as casualties. Avdiivka’s strategic position—approximately 13 kilometers north of Donetsk—continues to be a focal point in the broader conflict narrative pushed by various actors. (Citation: Russian MoD briefings)

In the United States and among international observers, the situation around Avdiivka became a touchstone in discussions about Ukraine’s military prospects and the trajectory of the war. Analysts and policy observers noted how battlefield developments in Avdiivka influence perceptions of momentum and morale on both sides, as well as the international diplomatic calculus surrounding ongoing aid and intervention debates. (Citation: Transatlantic security analyses and policy briefs)

Earlier Ukrainian officials acknowledged issues with troop withdrawals from Avdiivka, describing logistical and strategic challenges encountered during operations in and around the city. The evolving situation has prompted ongoing assessments by Kyiv and allied observers about how best to manage frontline movements, sustain civilian safety, and communicate credible battlefield information to the public. (Citation: Ukrainian military updates and allied monitoring reports)

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