A Ukrainian battalion commander reports that Russians have achieved tactical successes in the direction of Chasiv Yar since March but notes that their gains in this strategically important area should not be considered "maximally critical."
After heavy aerial bombardment, Russian infantry secured a 1 km bridgehead south of Chasiv Yar, establishing positions 500 meters from the town's eastern edge.
The village of Ivanivske, standing between Russians and Chasiv Yar town, has been leveled to the ground, while the Ukrainians' goal is to slow the Russian advance before the new defense line along the canal is ready.
Ukrainian forces ambush Russian supply lines, destroy vehicles and tanks near Bakhmut. They fortify Chasiv Yar with defensive positions and obstacles, anticipating Russian offensive.
Russian forces continue attacking near Bakhmut, occupied parts of Ivanivske. Objective is Chasiv Yar but unlikely to attempt full-scale assault currently despite gradual gains, per UK intelligence.