Intense combat is ongoing in the southeastern part of Hryshyne, a village in the Donetsk region, as Ukrainian defense forces engage in skirmishes with Russian troops. The Ukrainian military is actively targeting enemy positions with the support of drone units and artillery.
Reports indicate that Russian forces are increasing their long-range artillery capabilities in the Pokrovsk area, specifically within the operational zone of the 7th Rapid Reaction Corps of the Air Assault Forces. The enemy is reportedly concealing artillery in wooded areas and residential neighborhoods.
Ukrainian defenders have successfully identified and destroyed several pieces of enemy artillery, with five units reportedly damaged or destroyed in the Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad regions within the last day.
Despite the ongoing pressure from Russian forces, units within the 7th Rapid Reaction Corps continue to hold their positions in the northern part of Pokrovsk. The Ukrainian military has managed to slow the enemy’s advance, prompting Russian troops to intensify their efforts in the directions of Hryshyne and Rodynske.
In Hryshyne, small arms fire persists as Ukrainian defenders operate with active support from drone and artillery units. The Russian army has been attempting to reinforce its assault on Hryshyne by deploying additional storm groups, including the use of motorized equipment.
Hryshyne, part of the Pokrovsk community, is located less than 10 kilometers from Pokrovsk and has become a priority target for Russian forces in the area. Capturing this village would significantly complicate logistics for Ukrainian defense forces in the region.
According to Ukrainian defenders, the enemy is attempting to break into the central part of Hryshyne, launching attacks on Ukrainian positions from both the northern and southern flanks.
Last month, the 7th Rapid Reaction Corps of the Air Assault Forces reported that, despite a challenging operational environment, Ukrainian forces have successfully managed to repel the advances of invading troops within the Pokrovsk area.
Ongoing fighting in Hryshyne sees Ukrainian forces actively resisting Russian advances with artillery and drone support. The strategic significance of the village underscores its importance in the broader conflict.