Russian advance ‘could come with heavy losses’ as snipers ‘create killing zone’

Ukrainian paratroopers rest inside a dugout at the frontline near Bakhmut, Ukraine (Evgeniy Maloletka/AP)

Russian forces have made progress in the frontline hotspot of Bakhmut but their attack will be hard to sustain without further harsh losses, UK military officials say.

Bakhmut is a key target of Moscow’s campaign in eastern Ukraine, which has resulted in staggering casualties.