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Russia Intensifies Ukraine Offensive
Russia intensifies attacks in eastern and southern Ukraine, focusing on breaking through Ukrainian defenses in Donetsk and potentially launching new offensives in Zaporizhzhia.
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- What is the significance of Pokrovsk in the ongoing conflict?
- The Kremlin has focused efforts on pushing towards Pokrovsk, a key supply hub in western Donetsk, capturing nearby Novkhronivka in August and nearing Pokrovsk within 7 kilometers. Kyiv has responded by sending reinforcements.
- What are Ukrainian concerns regarding the Zaporizhzhia region?
- Ukrainian officials warn of a potential intensification of Russian attacks in the Zaporizhzhia region, with reports of Russian forces moving assault teams to advanced positions near the towns of Kamianske, Huliaipole, and Robotyne.
- What is the strategic objective of the Russian advance towards Dalne?
- The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) suggests that Russian advances near the town of Dalne aim to bypass Ukrainian defenses north of Vuhledar, potentially allowing for easier progress towards Kurakhove.
- What is the current focus of the Russian offensive in eastern Ukraine?
- Russian forces have intensified their attacks in the eastern Donetsky region, aiming to breach Ukrainian defenses around the cities of Kurakhove and Pokrovsk.
- How has Russia changed its aerial operations in southern Ukraine recently?
- Russia has increased airstrikes in southern Ukraine by 30-40% in the past few weeks, adding to concerns of potential offensives in both the Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions.