Russia Advances in Pokrovsk, Clearing Out Ukrainian Troops
Russian forces push through Pokrovsk, aiming to capture the strategic transport and logistics hub.
MOSCOW: Russia reported on Wednesday that its military is making progress inside the Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, focusing on clearing out Kyiv’s troops as part of a broader effort to take full control over this critical transportation and logistics center for the Ukrainian army.
The Ukrainian side acknowledges challenging conditions in this strategic eastern city but denies being surrounded, stating that reinforcements are en route.
Russia views Pokrovsk as a crucial gateway towards achieving its goal of controlling 10 percent of Ukraine’s Donbas region, which comprises about 5,000 square kilometers (1,930 square miles).
The Russian Defense Ministry highlighted ongoing efforts by assault groups from the 2nd and 51st armies to dismantle Ukrainian Armed Forces units in various areas of Pokrovsk.
Additionally, the ministry confirmed that their forces are pushing forward in the northern direction and continue to clear out settlements on the southeastern flank of Pokrovsk.
In response, Ukraine’s military reported intense combat in a segment of Pokrovsk that is vital for Kyiv's logistics operations.
They have indicated sending additional special forces along with more weapons and equipment to bolster their positions.
However, as of Wednesday, no official statement was provided by Ukraine regarding the current situation in Pokrovsk.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky recently stated that while pressure on the area remains severe, Russian forces have seen little progress over the past day, with approximately 300 soldiers in another city, Kupiansk.
The Ukrainian military has been facing ‘cauldrons’ of encirclement in both Pokrovsk and Kupiansk, with rapidly deteriorating conditions as Russian advances leave little option for surrender other than voluntarily.
Capturing Pokrovsk would significantly benefit Russia by providing a platform to advance towards the two largest remaining Ukrainian-controlled cities in Donetsk — Kramatorsk and Sloviansk.
This territorial gain represents Moscow’s most significant acquisition inside Ukraine since the capture of Avdiivka in early 2024.
Notably, Russian forces have adopted non-traditional tactics, employing pincer movements to nearly encircle Ukrainian troops while small units and drones disrupt enemy logistics.
As fighting continues, Russia's control now encompasses approximately 19 percent of Ukraine, according to military reports.
Similarly, Ukrainian maps affirm that Russian-held territory represents about 19 percent of the country, an increase from two years ago.
The Ukrainian side acknowledges challenging conditions in this strategic eastern city but denies being surrounded, stating that reinforcements are en route.
Russia views Pokrovsk as a crucial gateway towards achieving its goal of controlling 10 percent of Ukraine’s Donbas region, which comprises about 5,000 square kilometers (1,930 square miles).
The Russian Defense Ministry highlighted ongoing efforts by assault groups from the 2nd and 51st armies to dismantle Ukrainian Armed Forces units in various areas of Pokrovsk.
Additionally, the ministry confirmed that their forces are pushing forward in the northern direction and continue to clear out settlements on the southeastern flank of Pokrovsk.
In response, Ukraine’s military reported intense combat in a segment of Pokrovsk that is vital for Kyiv's logistics operations.
They have indicated sending additional special forces along with more weapons and equipment to bolster their positions.
However, as of Wednesday, no official statement was provided by Ukraine regarding the current situation in Pokrovsk.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky recently stated that while pressure on the area remains severe, Russian forces have seen little progress over the past day, with approximately 300 soldiers in another city, Kupiansk.
The Ukrainian military has been facing ‘cauldrons’ of encirclement in both Pokrovsk and Kupiansk, with rapidly deteriorating conditions as Russian advances leave little option for surrender other than voluntarily.
Capturing Pokrovsk would significantly benefit Russia by providing a platform to advance towards the two largest remaining Ukrainian-controlled cities in Donetsk — Kramatorsk and Sloviansk.
This territorial gain represents Moscow’s most significant acquisition inside Ukraine since the capture of Avdiivka in early 2024.
Notably, Russian forces have adopted non-traditional tactics, employing pincer movements to nearly encircle Ukrainian troops while small units and drones disrupt enemy logistics.
As fighting continues, Russia's control now encompasses approximately 19 percent of Ukraine, according to military reports.
Similarly, Ukrainian maps affirm that Russian-held territory represents about 19 percent of the country, an increase from two years ago.
