https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-august-15-2026Continuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-august-15-2026https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-august-15-2026#u44394Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:50:06 +0000Russian forces have captured 19 settlements in southeast Ukraine as part of their summer campaign, according to Russia's Defense Ministry. The captured settlements include Petrivka in the Donetsk People's Republic and Rybalskoye in the Zaporozhye region. Ukrainian forces have reportedly hit Russian military targets. The situation on the ground remains fluid with both sides claiming advances.Why it mattersThe Russian offensive in Ukraine has been ongoing for several months with varying degrees of success. The capture of these settlements would mark a significant advancement for Russia