Recent reports indicate significant military activity in Eastern Ukraine, particularly around the town of Chasiv Yar. Ukrainian sources have reported intense air and artillery strikes in this area, alongside a noticeable concentration of Russian troops. Concurrently, Russia has claimed territorial gains near Chasiv Yar, which is emerging as a critical battleground. These developments come as Kyiv is set to receive $61 billion in new US aid. Russian forces have also been reported to be advancing in other nearby locations, including Novomykhailivka, Ocheretyne, and south of Pervomaiske.
.@Deepstate_UA's map shows Russian forces have captured Novomykhailivka and advanced south of the town, have seized a foothold in Ocheretyne, and have made small gains south of Pervomaiske. https://t.co/vNgKZoJhPY https://t.co/4rBy0OrerB https://t.co/IqyRVanytx https://t.co/VTRat8EV9T
π·πΊπΊπ¦ Assault operations of Russian paratroopers near Chasov Yar Meter by meter, the winged guard displaces the AFU and approaches the urban developments of the Chasov Yar. https://t.co/RHEb7FWXiL
Russian forces had gained territory near the key battleground town of Chasiv Yar in east Ukraine. If the Russians manage to capture this city, they'll have the opportunity to launch an offensive on Kostiantynivka, Druzhkivka, Kramatorsk and Sloviansk. https://t.co/lwYanBnApL
Russia said Sunday its forces had gained territory near the key battleground town of Chasiv Yar in east Ukraine, highlighting the pressure facing Kyiv as it gears up to receive $61 billion in new US aid. β‘οΈ https://t.co/lnawGkMdub https://t.co/RqIzPXSri1
Ukrainians report intense air and artillery strikes on and around Chasov Yar - and also the concentration of Russian troops in that sector.