The commander in chief of Russia’s armed forces, Sergei Shoigu, stated that Moscow is steadily pursuing the liberation of Donbass. He noted that fighting continues in Artemovsk, Avdiivka, and several other areas as part of a broader objective. The briefing was reported by a Russian news outlet.
During a conference call on Tuesday, April 4, Shoigu joined top officers from the Russian Armed Forces to review ongoing operations and strategic priorities.
He added that clashes are intensifying in the Port and Kupyansk corridors as the campaign unfolds in real time on multiple fronts.
Regarding the progress of the special military operation, Shoigu reaffirmed that Russian forces are focused on regaining control of territories in the Donbass region and stabilizing the situation there.
On February 24, 2022, President Vladimir Putin announced the decision to launch a special operation in Ukraine, in response to requests from the leaders of the LPR and DPR, framing it as a necessary step for national security and regional interests.
The move has been cited by Moscow as a justification for countermeasures and sanctions imposed by the United States and allied nations, as part of broader geopolitical responses.
The latest updates were broadcast by a Russian media source, reporting on the official communique and the ongoing strategic assessment by defense leadership.