DeepState analytical project reports that the operational situation in Toretsk, Donetsk Oblast, is deteriorating. The Russians are gradually seizing control of the city, and intense fighting occurs in the central and northern districts.

Source: DeepState

Quote:"In general, the situation in the city is extremely disappointing; the enemy is gradually infiltrating and taking control of the city. Particularly, there is active fighting in the central part of the city, which is characterised by the presence of high-rise buildings, and unfortunately, literally all of them have fallen under the control of the enemy."

Details: At the same time, significant movements of Russian infantry have been recorded between the spoil tips in the northern part of the city and on its western outskirts. These areas, built up with residential buildings, have become a place of shelter and consolidation for Russian forces seeking further advancement.

Quote:"There will be no surprise if the northern part of the city comes under full enemy control soon, as the endless use of infantry, which is difficult to find among the buildings, is evident."

Details: DeepState says that FPV drones and dropping of explosives from Mavic drones are inflicting the most damage on the Russians. Analysts emphasise the importance of Ukrainian society's support for the armed forces in providing drones for further operations.

Quote:"Fighting continues in the Zabalka neighbourhood, which is almost entirely occupied by the Russians. Attempts to assault towards Shcherbynivka and Leonidivka continue, but the units holding the defence in this area of responsibility turn all enemy attempts to waste."

Background:

• Fierce fighting continued in Toretsk, Donetsk Oblast, where the line of contact had divided the city in two. The Russians were using scorched earth tactics to destroy the city's infrastructure and the positions of the Ukrainian military.
• The Militarnyi news outlet predicted that the Russians would continue their efforts to complete the takeover of Kurakhove, Toretsk and Chasiv Yar; advance towards the administrative border of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast with the prospect of starting hostilities in the oblast, and increase their control over the territory of Donetsk Oblast on all fronts.

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