Ukrainian Armed Forces withdraw from Zenit position to Avdiivka outskirts
Commander of the Tavria Operational and Strategic Group of troops Oleksandr Tarnavskyi (Facebook)
Ukrainian Defense Forces are withdrawing from the Zenit position to the outskirts of Avdiivka, according to the commander of the Tavria Operational and Strategic group of troops Oleksandr Tarnavskyi.
"After many months of confrontation, the command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces decided to withdraw from the Zenit position to the southeastern outskirts of Avdiivka. We held this position as long as it allowed us to effectively deter and destroy the enemy," he says.
According to him, the decision to withdraw was made to save personnel and improve the operational situation.
"Tactically, holding these positions does not give the enemy a strategic advantage and does not change the situation within the Avdiivka defense operation. We are currently regrouping troops, replenishing supplies, and equipping units in new positions. Planned reinforcement of the units is underway," notes Tarnavskyi.
Situation in Avdiivka
The Russian occupation forces have been trying to capture Avdiivka since the fall of 2023. The invaders have managed to enter the city. The situation in this area is approaching critical.
Yesterday, the Third Assault Brigade confirmed that they had been redeployed to the Avdiivka area to strengthen the Ukrainian defense. The defenders showed footage from Avdiivka and noted that the fighting in this area is heavier than in Bakhmut.
The Third Assault Brigade said that in one area the soldiers were surrounded by the enemy 360 degrees, but managed to break the ring.
The Ukrainian defenders also reported that the Russian occupiers were using phosphorus shells, and fuel oil tanks at the coke plant caught fire.
