“This is smart war”: Ukraine is reinforcing two Donetsk groupings, as Russia pushes at fortress cities. Azov commanders will lead both
Putin has ordered his army to seize the entire territory of Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts by the end of this year.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine has announced reinforcements for Ukrainian forces in Donetsk Oblast as Russia intensifies its offensive against fortified cities in the region. The decision was made after consultations with military leaders, including Commander-in-Chief Mykhailo Drapatyi and Defense Minister Yevhenii Khmara.
Two new groupings under Ukrainian leadership will be bolstered: one led by Hero of Ukraine Denys Prokopenko, who commands the 1st Azov Corps of the National Guard, and the other led by Hero of Ukraine Andrii Biletskyi, who heads the 3rd Army Corps. Both commanders have a history of defending against Russian attacks in the region.
Ukrainian officials have warned of the imminent Russian threat and emphasized the need for vigilance and preparation, with some analysts urging the move before it was officially announced.
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