New Delhi, Nov. 12 -- Amid fierce fighting in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia, Moscow signals readiness for talks while Ukraine counters with strategic strikes and resilience.

The Russia Ukraine war, now on day 1357 of a protracted conflict, continues to reshape the geopolitical landscape with intense military operations and significant political maneuvers. Russian forces have intensified their assaults amid deteriorating weather conditions, pressing hard in key regions such as Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia. These developments underscore the evolving challenges faced by Ukrainian defenders and the broader implications for international security.

In the eastern Donetsk region, the city of Pokrovsk has become a focal point of fierce battles. Russian ...