Author: Stanislav Kondratiev

Russian Forces Close in on Ukrainian Stronghold of Vuhledar Russian forces are tightening their grip on the Ukrainian stronghold of Vuhledar, raising concerns about its potential fall into Russian hands. British intelligence reports Russian troops encircling Vuhledar from multiple directions, jeopardizing vital supply routes out of the city. The strategic importance of Vuhledar escalated after Russian forces breached Ukrainian defenses, posing a threat to nearby key points like Velyka Novosilka. The 72nd Separate Mechanized Brigade has valiantly defended Vuhledar for almost 20 months, effectively freezing the front in the region. However, recent Russian advances, coupled with the use of guided…