Nazar Voloshyn, spokesperson of the Khortytsia Operational Strategic Group of Forces, has reported that approximately 20,000–25,000 russian paratroopers are currently endeavoring to seize the city of Chasiv Yar and nearby settlements.
He talked about it on the air of Suspilne.Studia on April 22nd.
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"russian paratroopers from the 217th Guards Airborne Regiment of the 98th Airborne Division are fighting against us on the frontline segment opposite Chasiv Yar" Voloshyn said.
He noted that in this direction, only 32 mortar and artillery shelling incidents were recorded over the past day. This is half as many as the previous day.
"The adversary is forming assault groups systematically for future assaults. They conduct raids without holding positions. In other words, they do not consolidate but rather raid and then retreat," explained Voloshyn.
According to him, the adversary conducts reconnaissance in this manner and identifies Defense Force locations to strike.
Voloshyn said that despite personnel and technological losses, the russian army persists in its attempt to capture the city; nevertheless, the situation remains under the control of Ukraine's Defense Forces.
On April 18, Voloshyn reported that russian soldiers persist in their attempts to capture the city, launching attacks with guided bombs and destroying civilian infrastructure. It was also revealed that the enemy uses ammunition manufactured by the DPRK for shelling Chasiv Yar.
Earlier, Defense Express reported that russia's objective is to seize Chasiv Yar in the Donetsk region before the so-called Victory Day on May 9th. If Ukrainian forces manage to maintain their position, russia's plans for a counteroffensive in June will be foiled.
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