The Russian troops have mounted a new assault on Soledar, Donetsk region, spokeswoman for the Ukrainian Defence Ministry Hanna Maliar said.
“After an unsuccessful attempt to capture Soledar and a retreat, the enemy regrouped, reinforced its losses, redeployed additional assault units, changed the tactics, and launched a powerful assault. Vicious fighting is underway right now,” Maliar wrote.
According to her, “best Wagner Group reserves” are participating in the assault. It is reported that soldiers are moving forward with the support of artillery and mortars.
The Russian Defence Ministry is yet to comment on the report.