Russia has a force of 20,000 to 25,000 soldiers trying to invade the eastern Ukrainian town of Chasiv Yar and surrounding villages, the Ukrainian military said on Monday, describing the situation in the area as difficult.
Ukraine has full control of Chasiv Yar, which sits on strategic high ground in the partially occupied Donetsk region, but the top Ukrainian commander says the Russian army wants to capture the town by May 9, when Soviet Victory Day is celebrated. in World War II.
“The situation around the city is difficult, but it is possible to control it… Our defenders are receiving reinforcements and stabilizing the line”, said Nazar Voloshyn, spokesman for the eastern military command.
“There are somewhere around 20,000 to 25,000 Russian troops trying to invade Chasiv Yar and the surrounding settlements close to it,” Voloshyn highlighted in televised comments on public broadcaster Suspilne.
The capture of Chasiv Yar would bring Russia closer to two strategically important cities under Ukrainian control: Kramatorsk and Sloviansk.
Russian troops are advancing, but US military assistance is expected to reach Ukraine to alleviate critical ammunition shortages within days, following final approval expected this week.
“It is difficult for our soldiers, but receiving the necessary assistance will balance the situation”, pondered President Volodymyr Zelensky on Telegram.
Source: CNN Brasil
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