08 Nov 2025, 22:19
Fighting for Pokrovsk in a Critical Situation
- Fighting for Pokrovsk continues, Ukrainian forces have repelled 52 attacks from the Russians.
- The situation is tense, but Ukrainian troops are not allowing the enemy to consolidate.
- The capture of Pokrovsk could become an important success for Russia.
Fighting for Pokrovsk has been ongoing for several days, and the situation in this sector of the front is critical for Ukrainian forces. Russian troops are attempting to seize this area, which has become an important logistical hub in the controlled part of Ukraine in Donbas. By 2025, the population of Pokrovsk has decreased by nearly 1,500 people compared to 60,000 during Russia's invasion in 2022.
According to military experts, Russian units have achieved significant successes in capturing the territory, but Ukrainian forces continue to defend the area. Since the start of the day, Ukrainian troops have repelled 52 out of 57 attacks from the Russians.
The situation is tense, as Russian troops are trying to advance in the northern outskirts of Pokrovsk. However, according to representatives of the military group "East," Ukrainian forces are not allowing the enemy the opportunity to consolidate in the neighboring districts.
Experts note that should Ukrainian troops be forced to abandon Pokrovsk, this could be a serious blow for Ukraine, as the city would become a central base for Russian forces.
According to assessments, Russian troops have increased their presence in the area, and analysts believe that the capture of Pokrovsk could be an important achievement for Moscow in the war. Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces are striving to maintain their positions and prevent further enemy advances.
Tags: Ukraine