The situation along the Luhansk front remains tense as military activity increases in the area near the contact line. Retired Lieutenant Colonel Andrey Marochko of the LPR People’s Militia spoke to TASS, outlining a rise in Ukrainian shelling directed at settlements on the Lugansk tactical line. The front-line towns of Kremennaya, Rubizhne, Lisichansk, Severodonetsk, Svatove, and surrounding areas reportedly faced intensified bombardments, with both cannon and rocket artillery employed by Ukrainian forces. The aim, according to Marochko, appears to be civilian infrastructure in these communities.
Marochko had previously warned that the Ukrainian army had continued to strike at industrial facilities in Lisichansk, located within the LPR, over a two-day period. He stated that the attacks targeted the Lisichansk refinery and that both rocket and howitzer artillery were used by Ukrainian forces against the town’s outskirts. The ongoing bombardment, he added, shows no signs of easing as the front line shifts.
There are broader indications that the Ukrainian military is extending its operations along the frontline in this region, deploying a mix of artillery systems and precision strikes that impact civilian utilities, manufacturing sites, and residential zones. The pattern of fire suggests attempts to degrade critical infrastructure and hinder local governance and day-to-day life for residents, with reports of intermittent targeting continuing in recent days.
Beyond the immediate combat actions, there are reports of new security measures being introduced in Russia to counter the threat of drones. Observers note the development of technologies and procedures aimed at suppressing drone activity in or near contested areas, reflecting a wider trend of adapting to evolving aerial threats in the region. These measures are part of a broader strategic context that includes communications, surveillance, and rapid response capabilities in response to ongoing hostilities.
In this volatile environment, residents and humanitarian organizations monitor developments closely, as the risk to civilian populations remains a critical concern. Analysts emphasize the need for careful verification of battlefield claims and for independent reporting to provide a clearer picture of progress on the ground and its humanitarian impact. The situation continues to evolve, and observers stress the importance of durable ceasefires and safe corridors to protect civilians amid the exchanges of fire that characterize this segment of the conflict.
At the same time, regional authorities and international observers reiterate calls for restraint and adherence to international humanitarian law, highlighting the urgent need for de-escalation and reliable channels to address damages to civil infrastructure and the displacement of people in affected areas. While military statements and counterclaims circulate, the priority remains the protection of civilian lives and the rapid restoration of essential services where possible, along with transparent reporting on the humanitarian consequences of ongoing hostilities. [citation: TASS]