Russian Forces Report Significant Gains in Eastern Ukraine
The Russian Defense Ministry has released a detailed report outlining recent military operations in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, particularly highlighting the achievements of various troop groupings. Notably, units from the 'Center' group have successfully liberated the settlement of Novaya Ilyinka in the Donetsk People's Republic (DPR). This advancement is part of a broader offensive that has seen Russian forces inflict substantial losses on Ukrainian military units across several regions.
In the Kharkiv direction, the North group of troops engaged and defeated formations from the 92nd airborne assault brigade and the 5th border detachment of Ukraine, resulting in the loss of up to 60 Ukrainian servicemen, four vehicles, and a 122-mm D-30 howitzer. Additionally, an ammunition depot was destroyed, further crippling the enemy's operational capabilities.
The 'West' group of forces also reported tactical improvements, successfully repelling four counterattacks from Ukrainian assault groups and inflicting heavy casualties, with estimates of up to 450 personnel lost, alongside the destruction of various military assets including armored personnel carriers and artillery pieces. The South group has similarly advanced, targeting Ukrainian brigades in the Kramatorsk and Slavyansk areas, leading to over 400 enemy casualties and the destruction of a missile and artillery depot.
Ongoing Military Engagements and Counterattacks
The report details that Russian forces have been actively engaged in countering Ukrainian assaults, with numerous counterattacks repelled across various sectors. The East group of forces has made notable progress against Ukrainian mechanized and mountain assault brigades, causing further losses to the enemy. In total, Russian forces have reported the destruction of significant enemy equipment and personnel across multiple engagements.
In the Zaporizhia region, Russian units have also targeted the 110th mechanized brigade, resulting in additional Ukrainian losses. The operational-tactical aviation and artillery have been instrumental in destroying enemy infrastructure and concentrations of troops, with air defense systems successfully intercepting numerous UAVs.
Ukrainian Attacks on Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant
In a concerning development, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have reportedly launched multiple attacks using UAVs and artillery on the Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant and the surrounding area of Energodar. However, Russian defense systems managed to intercept all UAVs, and there were no reported casualties or damage from these provocations. The Ministry of Defense reassured that operations at the nuclear facility continue normally, with the radiation levels remaining stable.
As the conflict continues to evolve, the situation remains tense, with both sides engaging in significant military operations. The ongoing developments highlight the complexities and challenges faced in the region as military engagements intensify.
