Russian forces conduct approximately 20 assaults daily in the Vremivka sector aiming to advance toward Velyka Novosilka.
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The enemy carries out approximately 20 assaults daily in this area, aiming to advance toward Velyka Novosilka.
Russian forces used unmanned ground vehicle in Velyka Novosilka
Russian troops are attempting to encircle Kurakhove. Their goal is to isolate the city by cutting the logistical chain along the Kostyantynivka-Kurakhove route. Fighting is taking place within Kurakhove. The city center is under enemy fire control
Ukrainian forces defending Pokrovsk are experiencing acute personnel shortages and fear a significant Russian breakthrough due to lack of infantry.
The 15th National Guard Brigade drone unit commander with call sign "Vostok" stated: 'We don't have enough infantry to fight and hold out for some time while drones do their work. That's why we often see situations where the enemy uncontrollably penetrates into vulnerable areas.'
A reconnaissance sniper from the 15th National Guard Regiment with call sign "Kashchei" stated Russian forces are preparing for an assault, pulling troops to the front line.
In Donetsk Oblast, two people were injured in the village of Zhovte, and one in the town of Pokrovsk.
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