The situation for the Ukrainian Army in Pokrovsk has deteriorated as Russian troops advance. Reports indicate that Russian forces have broken out from the western outskirts of the city and are moving north to encircle Ukrainian positions. Additionally, Russian reconnaissance and sabotage groups (DRGs) have been observed at the northern limits of the city, approaching the area near Rodinskoe.
In Myrnograd, Russian troops have reportedly entered the city from three different directions. Despite the escalating situation, Ukrainian forces have not received orders to withdraw. Instead, Commander-in-Chief Alexandr Syrsky is deploying reinforcements to the area.
The current circumstances in Pokrovsk and Myrnograd raise concerns, as the siege of Mariupol resulted in approximately 2,800 Ukrainian troops surrendering. Analysts suggest that the number of potential surrenders in the Pokrovsk-Myrnograd area could exceed those in Mariupol if the situation continues to worsen.
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