Russian forces are intensifying their offensive in the western part of the Donetsk region, according to the report of the Ministry of Defense of the United Kingdom, published on the social network X, reports Focus.
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The city of Velika Novoselka, a key defensive point of the Ukrainian army, is under new attack.
"Velika Novoselka is currently vulnerable to Russian attacks due to the loss of Ugledar. This allowed the Russians to step up their offensive in the less defended areas in the western part of the Donetsk region," the report says.
Strategic role of Velika Novoselka
The city has been on the front line since 2022 and until now has served as a pillar for Ukraine's defense line. During the 2023 counteroffensive. Ukrainian forces are regaining territory south of Velika Novoselka, but the advance of Russian forces now threatens this position.
Logistics Vulnerability
According to the report, Russian forces are now able to threaten key logistics lines that supply Ukrainian units in the area. The loss of Ugledar is a key factor in the weakening of the defense and provides a strategic advantage to the Russian army.
"The Russian army is advancing behind Ukrainian defensive fortifications and threatening the main logistics routes to the city."
The advance in the Donetsk region highlights the deterioration of the position of Ukrainian forces, which could lead to further losses if the situation is not brought under control.