Ukraine Keeps Fighting Despite Russian Advances in Donetsk Region
A Ukrainian tank is seen near the frontline area amid the Russia-Ukraine war in Bakhmut, Ukraine on April 02. The situation remains tense as the Ukrainian military continues to repel enemy attacks in various parts of the Donetsk region.
According to the General Staff, more than 45 enemy attacks had been repelled over the past day, with a focus on Lyman, Bakhmut, Avdiivka, and Mariinka. The military reported 17 air strikes and over 20 strikes by multiple launch rocket systems, indicating a significant level of intensity in the conflict.
In Bakhmut, Russian forces are trying to take full control of the city and continue storming it, with Ukrainian defense forces repelling around 20 enemy attacks west of the city. Oleksandr Syrskyi, commander of Ukrainian Land Forces, recently met with soldiers who destroyed the myth of invincibility of Wagner fighters and Russian paratroopers.
Syrskyi stated that "the enemy is weakening and trying to cover up its failures with new fakes about the capture of Bakhmut." He also emphasized the importance of every soldier's actions in determining the forward movement of the Ukrainian army, which could lead to a potential counter-offensive.
Meanwhile, intense fighting continues northwest and west of Donetsk City, where Russian forces have been trying to dislodge Ukrainian defenses in Avdiivka and Mariinka. The General Staff reported repelling around 20 assaults in this area.
In contrast, Oleksii Dmytrashkivskyi, spokesperson for the military in the Donetsk zone, noted that Ukrainian forces had taken some positions and gained a more strategic advantage. He also mentioned that Russian special forces were introduced in the area, indicating a shift in tactics by the Russian side.
Denis Pushilin, leader of the self-declared Donetsk People's Republic, claimed that Russian forces were still advancing in the Avdiivka direction, stating that "the situation is being created, if not critical, then extremely difficult for the enemy." However, he acknowledged that both sides faced similar difficulties due to terrain and weather conditions.
A Ukrainian tank is seen near the frontline area amid the Russia-Ukraine war in Bakhmut, Ukraine on April 02. The situation remains tense as the Ukrainian military continues to repel enemy attacks in various parts of the Donetsk region.
According to the General Staff, more than 45 enemy attacks had been repelled over the past day, with a focus on Lyman, Bakhmut, Avdiivka, and Mariinka. The military reported 17 air strikes and over 20 strikes by multiple launch rocket systems, indicating a significant level of intensity in the conflict.
In Bakhmut, Russian forces are trying to take full control of the city and continue storming it, with Ukrainian defense forces repelling around 20 enemy attacks west of the city. Oleksandr Syrskyi, commander of Ukrainian Land Forces, recently met with soldiers who destroyed the myth of invincibility of Wagner fighters and Russian paratroopers.
Syrskyi stated that "the enemy is weakening and trying to cover up its failures with new fakes about the capture of Bakhmut." He also emphasized the importance of every soldier's actions in determining the forward movement of the Ukrainian army, which could lead to a potential counter-offensive.
Meanwhile, intense fighting continues northwest and west of Donetsk City, where Russian forces have been trying to dislodge Ukrainian defenses in Avdiivka and Mariinka. The General Staff reported repelling around 20 assaults in this area.
In contrast, Oleksii Dmytrashkivskyi, spokesperson for the military in the Donetsk zone, noted that Ukrainian forces had taken some positions and gained a more strategic advantage. He also mentioned that Russian special forces were introduced in the area, indicating a shift in tactics by the Russian side.
Denis Pushilin, leader of the self-declared Donetsk People's Republic, claimed that Russian forces were still advancing in the Avdiivka direction, stating that "the situation is being created, if not critical, then extremely difficult for the enemy." However, he acknowledged that both sides faced similar difficulties due to terrain and weather conditions.
I'm so worried about the people of Ukraine, they're going through so much already. The situation in Donetsk region is really tense, it's like the whole city is on fire 
. I feel bad for those Russian forces trying to take control, they must be exhausted 
. I mean, who wants to fight and lose? 
. Oleksandr Syrskyi is a legend, he's all about motivation and getting those troops pumped up 
. And it's cool that they're focusing on their strengths, like defending Bakhmut 
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. Can't we just talk to each other instead of shooting? 
I wish both sides could find a way to call a truce and work out their differences. We should all be supporting peace and calm in Ukraine 
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. also, what's with all these "new fakes" denis pushilin is talking about? you mean like propaganda or something? and how can we trust that olexii dmytrashkivskyi said they gained a strategic advantage if there aren't any pics or vids to back it up? 
Russia's advances in Donetsk region r still holding back 
Ukrainian forces r totally repelling enemy attacks left & right 
Like over 45 times in one day? That's straight up savage 
! The Russian special forces are also getting in on the action, tryna change tatics mid-game 
they're even talking about counter-offensives now which could be game changing. but at the same time, it's really tough for both sides cuz of the terrain and weather... i feel bad for everyone involved 
I mean, what's up with all these Russians trying to take control of Bakhmut? It's like they're in a bad episode of The Office - always trying to be the boss, but can't quite get it together 
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. anyway, gotta keep an eye on this avdiivka front tho, its shapin up to be a wild ride 
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. Every time one side thinks they've got the upper hand, the other side just keeps on fighting 
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