Russian forces launched 63 combat engagements against Ukrainian Defense Forces on February 17, with most in the Marinka and Avdiivka directions.
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During the day, 63 combat engagements took place on the frontline between the Defense Forces and Russian invaders, most of them in the Marinka and Avdiivka directions.
Oleksandr Syrskyi announced the withdrawal of Ukrainian units from Avdiivka to avoid encirclement and preserve lives
Oleksandr Tarnavskyi confirmed troops left Avdiivka to pre-prepared positions following an order
On Feb. 17, Ukraine's new Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi announced Ukraine's withdrawal from Avdiivka
Withdrawal from Avdiivka was ordered to avoid encirclement and preserve life and health of military personnel
Main Intelligence Directorate personnel are performing night assaults and adjusting air and artillery strikes in the Avdiivka sector.
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