Sky News travels to Lysachansk in eastern Ukraine

The transcript describes the ongoing battle in a town encircled by Russian forces, highlighting the impact on the population and the challenges faced by medics. It details the strategic importance of the region, the personal stories of those affected, and the broader Russian objectives in the area.

What is the current situation of the town that once had a population of 100,000?

• It is thriving with a growing population.

• It is completely abandoned.

• It has been fully captured by the Russians.

• It is under constant threat with only a fraction of the population remaining.

Who is Makola in the context of the battle?

• A journalist covering the war.

• A local politician.

• A member of a small team of medics under fire.

• A Russian commander.

What happened to the medic who went to buy bread?

• She was promoted to a higher rank.

• She managed to escape unharmed.

• She lost her leg due to shelling.

• She was captured by the Russians.

What would be the strategic gain for the Russians if they capture the town?

• They would end the war immediately.

• They would gain access to new resources.

• They would unite their units from the north and south.

• They would establish a new government.

What is part of the Russian strategy in the east?

• Building new infrastructure.

• Depopulating the area.

• Establishing peace talks.

• Increasing trade with neighboring countries.