Putin's Commander reveals Russian war goals; 40+ Donetsk villages captured

Russia plans to take full control of southern Ukraine & the Donbass (Donetsk + Luhansk) region. The Deputy Commander of Russia's Central Military District said phase #2 of the war began two days ago. An aide to Ukrainian President Zelensky said Russian forces captured 40+ Donetsk villages in 24 hours. Control over south Ukraine will help Russia build a land corridor to Crimea & affect key parts of Ukraine's economy.