Russian Ops in Ukraine: Ukraine is Blocking Own Ports, Losing Ground in Donbas

Update on Russian military operations in Ukraine for May 24, 2022: 1. Russian forces continue gaining ground in Donbas; 2. Ukrainian forces are at critical risk of complete encirclement; 3. Russian assault of Lyman begins; 4. Ukrainian ports are blocked by Ukrainian sea mines, Pentagon admits; 5. Western heavy weapons have little impact; 6. West discussions on sending additional heavy weapons are unrealistic.