Most intense phase of battles for Bakhmut continues. Situation is steadily difficult, - Syrsky
The commander of the Ground Forces of the Armed Force of Ukraine, Colonel-General Oleksandr Syrsky, visited the hottest spots in the Bakhmut direction.
This is reported by Censor.NET with reference to the Military Media Center.
"The most intense phase of the battles for Bakhmut continues. The situation is steadily difficult.
The enemy suffers significant losses in human resources, weapons, and military equipment, but continues to conduct offensive actions. Our defenders heroically restrained the enemy's onslaught in extremely difficult conditions and left no chance for the enemy to realize their plans," the message reads.
Syrsky noted that the defense of Bakhmut is due to military necessity and is based on the competent use of the city's defensive capabilities, erected fortifications, and equipped fire structures.
"The courage and heroism of our soldiers, combined with the skillful use of weapons, the use of maneuvering forces and means, made it possible to conduct the defense of the city beyond all deadlines and forecasts. We are calculating all possible options for the development of events, and will act adequately to the current situation," said Syrsky.
