Military talked about situation and Russian tactics in Chasiv Yar
Photo: a military man spoke about the situation and tactics of the Russian Federation in Chasiv Yar (Getty Images)
Intense urban fighting is ongoing in Chasiv Yar, Donetsk region, as Russian forces attempt to seize the refractory plant and the Kanal residential area, states Viktor Trehubov, spokesperson for the Khortytsia Operational-Strategic Group of Troops.
"Fierce urban battles are currently ongoing in Chasiv Yar. The enemy is once again attempting to advance on the refractory plant (Chasiv Yar Refractory Plant, - ed.)," he stated. "Ukrainian forces are actively resisting and have been successful in their efforts so far."
Russia’s tactics in Chasiv Yar
According to Trehubov, the Russian forces' strategy near Chasiv Yar is straightforward: regroup, amass forces, and attack repeatedly.
"We’ve been engaged in this type of battle for quite some time. They regroup, gather their strength, and push towards the Kanal district and the refractory plant," Trehubov explained.
The major noted that Ukrainian forces have been successful in repelling enemy attacks, "but it’s important to understand that the Russians continue attempting to attack repeatedly," he added.
Current situation around Chasiv Yar
On January 11, Ukrainian forces targeted four Russian concentration areas. A total of 184 combat engagements occurred along the frontline.
In the Kramatorsk sector, Russian forces made 27 assault attempts near Chasiv Yar and Stupochky. Recently, Russian troops have managed to destroy several Ukrainian positions in Chasiv Yar and Toretsk.
It is worth noting that in July 2024, Ukrainian forces withdrew from the Kanal district in Chasiv Yar, repositioning to more advantageous defensive lines.
