Russian forces continued offensive operations and made unconfirmed claims of marginal advances in Vovchansk on May 21. Russian milbloggers claimed advances of 100 to 350 meters within the settlement and crossing the Vovcha River, though ISW has not observed visual confirmation of armored vehicles or significant infantry operating on the south bank.
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Russian milbloggers claimed forces advanced 100-350 meters within Vovchansk
Russian forces have not crossed the Vovcha River in significant numbers
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GRAD multiple rocket launchers inflict massive damage footprint up to a square kilometer in size
Russian forces launched a new offensive in Kharkiv Oblast on May 10, accompanied by intensified strikes against regional cities and villages.
Fighting continues near Starytsia and Vovchansk in the Kharkiv sector
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