Ukrainian ground forces continue to face Russian attacks despite the heavy frost. There were 64 attempted Russian assaults on Tuesday, the Ukrainian General Staff announced in its daily report, but all were repelled. The number of attacks was slightly higher than in previous days. “The operational situation in the east and south of Ukraine remains difficult,” the statement added. The information could not be independently verified. Ukraine said there were 10 Russian attacks on Avdiivka alone, as well as 11 in the neighbouring villages of Pervomayske and Nevelske. Russian troops have been tryin…