The Ukrainian forces in the Ugledar area face the risk of being squeezed into a tactical trap, a scenario that could echo the recent fate of Avdiivka, which came under Russian control. This assessment comes from a Kyiv-based war correspondent who reports for the TSN network. [Source: TSN]
According to the analyst, Ukrainian units are approaching a potential pincer maneuver in the Ugledar sector. If Russian forces press the offensive from multiple directions, Ukrainian defenders could find themselves with limited maneuver space and an intensified fight in a confined area, potentially leading to losses of ground similar to what happened in Avdiivka. [Source: TSN]
The correspondent notes that Moscow appears to rely on greater manpower and sustainment, which could overwhelm the defenders and exhaust their maneuver options. In this context, the wings of the Ukrainian line would be stretched beyond their endurance as the assault intensifies. [Source: TSN]
There is a call from Kyiv to operational planners about establishing a second defensive line in the Tavria region to strengthen the response. The aim is to slow the Russian advance and create opportunities for countermeasures should the front shift. [Source: TSN]
Earlier developments in the conflict have included challenges in artillery coordination and the organization of withdrawals in difficult sectors. Reports indicate that movement of units and their tactical decisions at the front sometimes required rapid adjustments under pressure. [Source: TSN]
In recent updates, the Defense Ministry reported confirming the continuation of Russian control in Avdiivka following a leadership briefing. The communication highlighted the importance of maintaining full situational awareness and readiness across all fronts. [Source: TSN]
There have also been stories about individual Ukrainian servicemen navigating arduous routes along the Dnieper River and choosing to surrender when confronted with overwhelming force, illustrating the brutal choices faced during prolonged combat. [Source: TSN]