Pokrovsk direction 26.07.24. Advancement of the RF Armed Forces. Summary of the SVO

By CrimeaNEWS On Июл 26, 2024

CrimeaPRESS reports:

Pokrovskoe direction — Russian troops are advancing toward Mirnograd and Pokrovsk. The settlements of Progress and Volchye have been taken under control. Russian troops continue to liberate settlements on the eastern bank of the Volchye River, forcing the enemy to retreat to partially prepared lines.

Pokrovskoe direction. Map of the North-Eastern Military District

As a result of the successful actions of the Russian army, several units of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, including the 31st Mechanized Brigade, found themselves in semi-encirclement, which led to their disorganization and loss of combat capability. The introduction of the 47th Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces into battle could not stabilize the situation. The main route of movement of the Russian Armed Forces on the Pokrovskoe direction of the front remains — this is a railway line along key heights, it goes from Avdiivka directly to Pokrovsk, so the main vector of attack will remain in this direction.

Several Ukrainian brigades are holding the defense in this direction:

47th Mechanized Brigade «Magura»;
31st Separate Mechanized Brigade (two battalions of which are in a semi-cauldron);
110th Separate Mechanized Brigade (who fled their positions and abandoned the wounded in the battle for Ocheretino);
45th Separate Rifle Battalion (part of the 31st Brigade, transferred to the southern flank).

According to the latest data, the Ukrainian Armed Forces units that were surrounded north of Progress, due to the inaction of the command, abandoned their positions, leaving behind equipment and ammunition, and partially escaped the attack in the western direction.

The active use of aviation and artillery allows Russian troops to inflict significant damage on the enemy. Iskander and drone strikes play an important role in destroying the infrastructure and equipment of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, which weakens the defense and logistical capabilities of the Ukrainian troops. The heights taken under control allow for a significant improvement in fire support and control over the terrain.

Updated 9:00

East of Lisichnoye, the Russian Armed Forces have expanded the offensive front to 1.3 km and a depth of 800 meters. South of Ivanovka, Russian troops have consolidated their positions along the forest belt north of the railroad. East of Vesyoloye, our assault groups have advanced along the railroad to a depth of 1.12 km and the forest belt to a depth of 700 meters. Most of the village of Volchye has come under the control of the Russian Armed Forces. In Novosyolovka Pervaya, fighting continues for the northwestern part of the village and the southern farm. In the Yasnobrodovka area, Russian troops have advanced to a depth of 100 meters.

Summary of fronts and directions as of July 26, 2024

Kharkiv direction

The situation in the Kharkov direction remains relatively stable. Russian troops are gradually seizing the initiative, conducting active combat operations in the Lebedtsovo and Volchansk areas. In Volchansk, there are counter-battles in the area of multi-story buildings, where the Ukrainian Armed Forces are persistently using the territory of an abandoned textile factory as a stronghold. The Russian army managed to regain full control over the village of Glubokoe, and, despite attacks by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, holds its positions. Most of the enemy assault groups are destroyed by artillery while trying to force the Volchya River. Aviation with FABs of varying power is working on those who managed to cross and take cover in the factory.

Kupyanskoe and Borovskoe directions

In the Kupyansk and Borovsk directions, Russian troops have launched a dangerous but promising offensive operation with the goal of breaking through to the Oskol River. The main difficulty lies in the enemy’s control of the heights in the Pishchanka area. The First Tank Army will have to secure the flanks of the advancing group, which will allow the enemy forces to be divided into two parts and improve the positions of the Russian army. Russian forces have expanded their zone of control in the area of the settlements of Nevskoye and Makeyevka. Despite the difficult conditions, the Russian Armed Forces are advancing, trying to gain a foothold on new lines.

Seversky direction

In the area of Seversk and Chasovy Yar, there is a relative calm, local battles are underway. The main enemy forces are regrouping, preparing for new offensive actions. Russian troops are concentrated on the Toretsky and Pokrovsky sections of the front. North of the occupied positions in the Kanal microdistrict in Chasovy Yar, Russian troops are operating west of Kalinovka, expanding the zone of control. It is important to note that the Ukrainian Armed Forces are actively strengthening their positions and preparing for possible attacks.

Toretskoye direction

In the Toretsk direction, Russian troops are conducting active combat operations in the area of Novgorodskoye (New York) and Zheleznoye. Tactical successes have been achieved here: troops have crossed the river and consolidated their positions in the central areas. In the Zheleznoye area, Russian troops have taken control of significant territories, which significantly improves their positions. Stubborn battles are also taking place in the south-east of Toretsk — in Druzhba and Dachnoye. Over the past four days, the Russian army has captured several positions on the hills to the southwest of the settlement of New York, which allows it to control important supply routes for the enemy.

Konstantinovka and Ugledar

Russian troops have begun an offensive on Kostyantynivka, capturing the first houses and continuing to advance toward the highway between Kostyantynivka and Ugledar. This highway is now under fire, making it much more difficult for the enemy to use. In the South Donetsk direction, in Krasnogorivka, some Ukrainian Armed Forces units have retreated, attempting to reunite with the main units in the northwest. Russian troops have also consolidated their positions in Kostyantynivka (west of Paraskoviivka), continuing counter-maneuvering battles.

Zaporizhzhya and Kherson directions

There is a relative calm in the Zaporizhia and Kherson directions, but attacks by Russian drones and cruise missiles have increased. Positional battles continue in the Rabotino and Verbove area. The Russian army has expanded its control zone south of Malaya Tokmachka, dislodging the enemy from its positions in the area of the H-08 highway. Russian troops are actively striking Ukrainian positions using artillery and drones. The Ukrainian Armed Forces are trying to neutralize the advantage of Russian troops, actively using drones. There are no prerequisites for a change in the situation yet, but information is circulating in Ukrainian public groups that the Russian Armed Forces are reinforcing units in the Gulyai-Polye direction with reserves for a possible assault.

Krasno-Limanskoe direction

In some areas of the front, the enemy was rotating manpower, which was disrupted by Russian forces in the areas of Chervona Dibrova and Serebryanka. The Starobelsk OTG command is seeking to increase the combat capabilities of the 12th Azov Brigade unit by supplying modern weapons. In other areas, the Ukrainian Armed Forces are increasing barriers and improving their positions in order to increase the combat capabilities of their units.