Russian forces have made increased tactical gains around the town of Vuhledar, situated approximately 30 km southwest of Donetsk city in the east of Ukraine, the UK Defense Intelligence reports.
Vuhledar has been a long-term target for russian forces, which has acted as a lynchpin against russian advances in the south of Donetsk region. Russia has previously made repeated attempts to assault the town, which resulted in heavy losses but with little territory gained.
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However, in August 2024 russian forces made advances to the east and west of Vuhledar, taking control of the nearby villages of Prechystivka and contesting Vodiane. In the next month, it is likely that russia will continue attempts to advance around Vuhledar and threaten the town itself.
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