As the conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues, day 1,337 offers a microcosm of the attritional warfare defining this stage. The day was marked by intense, localised battles, strategic strikes on critical infrastructure, and ongoing diplomatic maneuvers. Here is a breakdown of the key events from the Russia-Ukraine war over the last 24 hours.
Heavy Fighting in Chasiv Yar as Russia Pushes Eastern Front
The epicentre of the ground war remains in the Donetsk Oblast, where Russian forces are continuing their assault on the strategic city of Chasiv Yar. Sources report heavy fighting in the canal district on the city’s eastern edge, with Russia deploying a significant number of guided aerial bombs (FABs) to overwhelm Ukrainian defensive positions before attempting armoured advances.
Ukrainian military analysts describe the defence as “heroic but costly,” highlighting the severe ammunition shortages that continue to impact front-line units. For Moscow, capturing Chasiv Yar would open a direct path to the major cities of Kramatorsk and Sloviansk. For Kyiv, holding the city is crucial for stabilizing the eastern front. The battle remains a bloody stalemate, measured in metres rather than miles.
Odesa Port Infrastructure Hit in Overnight Missile and Drone Attack
Under the cover of darkness, Russia launched a combined missile and drone attack against Ukraine’s southern coast, primarily targeting the port city of Odesa. According to Ukraine’s Air Force, air defence systems intercepted numerous Shahed-136 drones and several Kalibr cruise missiles.
However, Ukrainian officials confirmed that several strikes penetrated defences, hitting port facilities and a grain terminal, causing fires at an industrial site. These attacks are part of Russia’s ongoing campaign to cripple Ukraine’s export economy and disrupt global food supply chains.
EU Imposes New Sanctions on Russia’s ‘Shadow Fleet’ of Oil Tankers
On the diplomatic front, EU foreign ministers in Brussels formally adopted their 15th package of sanctions against Russia. This latest round focuses on closing loopholes, with the key provision targeting Russia’s “shadow fleet”—a collection of ageing, uninsured tankers used to circumvent the G7 price cap on its seaborne oil exports. The new measures will restrict these vessels from accessing European ports and services.
Kyiv welcomed the move but reiterated calls for more aggressive measures to fully choke off funding for Russia’s war machine. Moscow dismissed the sanctions as “illegitimate” and counterproductive for the European economy.
A Continuing War of Attrition
Day 1,337 of the Russia-Ukraine war closes with the thunder of artillery in the Donbas, the threat of drones over the Black Sea, and stern declarations from European capitals. The conflict has solidified into a test of sheer endurance—a measure of military resolve, economic resilience, and international solidarity, with no clear end in sight.
