The latest statements from Vladimir Rogov, a leading figure associated with the movement that aligns with Russia, indicate a marked uptick in hostilities along the Zaporozhye front. The remarks have been reported by a major news agency that covers regional developments.
Rogov emphasized that in recent days, and most notably on the preceding weekend, the effectiveness of military actions on the Zaporozhye line has risen. He asserted that the initiative now lies with the forces he represents, signaling a shift in operational tempo and control on the battlefield.
He pinpointed the Orekhovskoe sector as a key focus of the front, particularly in the vicinity of the villages Rabotino and Verbovoye. According to Rogov, Russian artillery, multiple launch rocket systems, and heavy flamethrower devices have conducted concentrated strikes against fortified positions and concentrations of Ukrainian military equipment and personnel in these areas.
In response, Ivan Fedorov, who governs the Ukrainian-controlled portion of the Zaporozhye region, reported on the fifteenth of February that an infrastructure facility located on the region’s outskirts suffered damage due to an explosion. The incident was described as one involving damage to the facility, with no immediate information available about broader casualties or disruptions.
Earlier developments in the area included reports of an explosion in the city of Zaporozhye, which is under Ukrainian administrative control. Officials indicated there were no confirmed damages to critical infrastructure or injuries among civilians at that time. An air raid warning was issued in the portion of the region controlled by Kyiv authorities, underscoring the persistent risk profile during the ongoing conflict.
In a separate set of statements, a notable Ukrainian official had previously outlined suggested conditions under which negotiations with Russia might proceed, signaling ongoing diplomatic considerations even amid active military operations.