Ukraine Deploys Azov Commanders to Fortress Cities as Drone Hits Russian Supply Lines

KYIV — On day 1,645 of the Russo-Ukrainian war, Kyiv has sent commanders from the Azov regiment to defend key fortress cities. The move signals a shift toward urban defense as fighting intensifies. Separately, a Ukrainian-built drone called the Baton is now striking roads that Russia uses to resupply its frontline push. The drone targets supply routes, aiming to cut off Russian forces from fuel, ammunition, and food. The Azov commanders bring battle experience from earlier sieges, including Mariupol. Their role is to organize and hold defensive positions in cities expected to face heavy assault. The Baton drone is a domestically developed weapon. It is designed to hit moving targets on roads, making it harder for Russian convoys to operate safely near the front. No new casualty figures or territorial changes were reported in this update. The situation remains fluid.