The latest update on the battlefront by Yury Podolyaka provides a detailed insight into the ongoing military operations in various sectors. The update highlights the rapid advances made by Russian forces in different regions, showcasing the dynamics of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
In the Pokrovsk sector (Map 1), the front continues to collapse as Russian forces push forward towards Novogorodovka and Selidovo. The Ukrainian command is struggling to establish a new defensive line as the Russians advance quickly, leaving the last bridgehead on the eastern bank of the Volchya River south of Novoselovka Pervaya. The situation remains critical in this sector as the Russians make significant territorial gains.
Moving on to the Toretsk sector (Map 2), the update reports the successful capture of Novgorodskoye settlement by Russian forces. As promised by the head of the Donetsk People’s Republic, Denis Pushilin, the territory will no longer be referred to as New York once the last Ukrainian soldiers have been ousted. The Russian assault on Toretsk itself has commenced, with battles erupting in the high-rise buildings of the city. The Russians are strategically advancing from multiple directions, aiming to gain control over key areas in Toretsk.
In the Ugledar sector (Map 3), the update highlights another significant Russian advance as they target Ukrainian positions near the Yuzhno-Donbasskaya mine. The Russians have crossed the Ugledar-Kontantinovka highway and are pushing further towards Vodyanoe, with the objective of intercepting Ukrainian logistics and forcing them to retreat from the city.
The update also touches upon the situation in Kursk, where the frontline has largely stabilized despite ongoing tensions. Both sides are engaged in meeting engagements, facing logistical challenges, and capturing prisoners in significant numbers.
Overall, the update by Yury Podolyaka provides a comprehensive overview of the current battlefield developments in various sectors. The intensity of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine is palpable, with both sides vying for strategic advantages. The situation on the battlefront remains fluid, and further updates are awaited to gauge the evolving dynamics of the conflict.