Russian forces have been trying to capture Bakhmut and the surrounding area for months, suffering heavy losses but achieving limited success.

Experts recall the long battles for Bakhmut and the surrounding area, which the Russians have been trying to capture for months, suffering heavy losses, but not achieving significant success.

Russian forces increased military groups and shelling in the direction of Bakhmut.

Former Wagner fighter surrendered during attack in Soledar sector

Russian forces fired along the entire front line in the Donetsk region, damaging properties in Novoukraiinka, Bohoiavlenka, Kurakhivka, Tonenke, Maksimilyanivka, Khromove, and targeting buildings in Kostiantynivka.