Armed Forces strengthen offensive groups around Artemovsk and Soledar, assessments say

Military briefings describe a hardening of Ukrainian strike groups operating near Artemovsk (Bakhmut) and Soledar as the conflict intensifies in eastern Ukraine. Retired officers with prior service in the LPR have indicated that the Ukrainian command has mounted a broader offensive push, pairing heavier armored formations with increased manpower as part of ongoing operations in these contested towns. The assessments emphasize that assault units have received reinforcements and are executing more frequent offensive maneuvers in the region.