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ISW: Russians redeploy units to close Ukrainian pocket near Donetsk’s Toretsk
Russian forces seized Oleksandropil, Panteleymonivka, and Valentynivka, pushing Ukrainian troops from positions east of H-20 highway as part of strategy targeting Kostyantynivka.
Russian forces eliminate Ukrainian pocket near Kurakhove, ISW reports
Russians secured Ulakly west of Kurakhove, redeploying some units to Toretsk to pressure Kostiantynivka, a key Ukrainian stronghold in Donetsk Oblast, per ISW.
ISW: Russian advance near Donetsk’s Pokrovsk slows as focus may shift to Kostiantynivka in 2025
The slowdown may be due to the deterioration of frontline Russian units and intensified Ukrainian drone operations in the area, per ISW.
ISW: Russian forces may redeploy from Kurakhove to Toretsk area in Donetsk Oblast
Russia redeploys units, including tank and artillery regiments, potentially preparing for offensive operations against Kostiantynivka in 2025.