Russia appears to infiltrate first ‘fortress city’ as Ukraine changes guard
Summary
Russia claims it is advancing in parts of eastern Ukraine, including the key city of Kostiantynivka in Donetsk, which Ukraine fears it may lose soon. Ukraine has changed its defence and military leadership amid ongoing heavy fighting and reports of Russian forces increasing their offensive efforts.Key Facts
- Russia reports advances in Sumy, Kharkiv, and Donetsk regions of Ukraine.
- Ukraine replaced its defence minister and commander-in-chief within one week.
- Kostiantynivka, an important city in Donetsk, is at risk of being surrounded and lost by Ukraine.
- Russian forces are using heavy aerial bombs (KABs) to attack Ukrainian positions heavily.
- Ukrainian forces claim to still control most of Kostiantynivka but face intense Russian pressure.
- Russia’s control in Kostiantynivka has increased from about 37% to most of the city recently.
- Russian territory gains have slowed, but in July, Russia lost more territory than it gained.
- Russian frontline troop numbers and casualties have increased in recent months, according to Ukrainian intelligence.
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