In the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, the battle for Bakhmut has intensified with both sides reporting heavy losses. The BBC reports that the fighting in the area has been particularly brutal, with casualties mounting on both sides.

According to Reuters, Ukraine’s military has been conducting drills that imitate real battlefield conditions, in an effort to prepare their troops for the ongoing conflict. Russian forces have reportedly lost over 1,090 soldiers in what has been called the deadliest day of the war.

CNBC reports that both Ukraine and Russia are claiming to have killed hundreds of enemy troops in the battle for Bakhmut, further escalating the violence in the region.

The New York Post reports that the situation remains dire, with no end to the conflict in sight. Despite international efforts to reach a peaceful resolution, the violence in Ukraine continues to escalate, with no clear end in sight for those caught in the crossfire.

As the conflict intensifies and casualties mount, it is uncertain what the future holds for the people of Ukraine and the region as a whole. The ongoing fighting has already taken a heavy toll, with no end in sight for the suffering and loss of life caused by this brutal conflict.