Russian troop build-up threatens city seen as key to seizing Ukraine's Donbas
If Kostyantynivka falls, Russian forces would be able push towards Ukraine's last remaining strongholds in the east.
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Notable Quotes
"the situation remains under control and the enemy has no success"
— Brig Gen Oleksandr Bakulin , Other
All Coverage
If Kostyantynivka falls, Russian forces would be able push towards Ukraine's last remaining strongholds in the east.
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
As freezing winter approaches, Kyiv residents look for shelter elsewhere
A renewed Russian campaign of strikes on power and energy infrastructure has made some contemplate leaving Ukraine's capital.
October 9, 2026 at 04:53 AMFleeing Kyiv for the countryside ahead of winter
A Kyiv resident told the BBC she has moved away from "everything that can be a Russian target" as Ukraine braces for another cold winter under intense attacks.
October 9, 2026 at 10:00 AMRussian strike on buses kills at least 30, say officials, as deadly attacks on Ukraine surge
Ukraine accused Russia of targeting the crowded bus in the frontline city to kill as many civilians as possible.
October 8, 2026 at 12:43 PMPeople in Russian-occupied Ukrainian town risk 'road of death' to get food - Reuters
People in Russian-occupied Ukrainian town risk 'road of death' to get food Reuters
October 8, 2026 at 06:01 AMUkraine's Zelenskiy says intelligence shows Russia is preparing massive attack - Reuters
Ukraine's Zelenskiy says intelligence shows Russia is preparing massive attack Reuters
October 6, 2026 at 05:53 PMRussia says it launched 'massive' strikes on Kyiv, other areas of Ukraine - Reuters
Russia says it launched 'massive' strikes on Kyiv, other areas of Ukraine Reuters
October 7, 2026 at 05:17 AM