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Vuhledar in Volnovaskyy district of Donetska region has been a pivotal location in Ukraine's resistance against Russian aggression. The 72nd Separate Mechanised Brigade displayed remarkable fortitude during intense battles. Despite the Ukrainian forces' valiant efforts, the command concluded that a strategic withdrawal was necessary due to the overwhelming adversary forces. This decision averted potential encirclement and large-scale losses. The aftermath of Vuhledar's fall left areas like Velyka Novosilka exposed, escalating Russian advances in the region. British intelligence highlighted the intensified offensive operations and their ramifications for Ukraine's defense strategies, offering a sobering reminder of the ongoing challenges in the Donbas region.

What led to the withdrawal from Vuhledar?

The withdrawal from Vuhledar was a strategic decision by the Ukrainian command to prevent encirclement amid overwhelmingly superior enemy forces. It helped minimize casualties and maintain overall defensive capabilities in the region.

How has the loss of Vuhledar affected Ukrainian defense?

The loss of Vuhledar has exposed neighboring areas, such as Velyka Novosilka, to increased threats from advancing Russian forces, intensifying the need for dynamic defense strategies in the Donetsk region.

Why is Vuhledar strategically important in the Donetska region?

Vuhledar holds strategic importance due to its location at a dominant height in southwestern Donetsk, where it has been a significant site of resistance against Russian forces, serving as a critical defensive position for Ukraine.

What has been the role of the 72nd Mechanised Brigade in Vuhledar?

The 72nd Separate Mechanised Brigade played a crucial role in defending Vuhledar, engaging in some of the fiercest battles to hold back enemy advances, and demonstrating significant resilience despite overwhelming odds.

What are the potential future implications of Vuhledar's fall?

The fall of Vuhledar could lead to an increased Russian presence and intensified offensive operations in the Donetsk region, necessitating robust defense measures and strategic adjustments by Ukrainian forces.

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war 72nd SMB soldier went to war after Russian bomb killed his family in Mariupol: "My nephews were 14, 12 and 6 years old". VIDEO Valentyn Dolhosheienko, now a serviceman of the 72nd Separate Mechanized Brigade (SMB) "Black Zaporizhians," was in Kyiv at the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, having come from Mariupol for work. His family — his sister and her three children — remained at home. During the siege of the city by Russian forces, they were killed in the air strike on the Drama Theater, where they had been sheltering from shelling. 3 470 4 Previously in trend: Situation at front

War Vuhledar: causes and consequences of loss. Documentary film by Iryna Storozhenko. VIDEO On 2 October 2024, the Khortytsia Operational and Strategic Group announced the withdrawal of Ukrainian forces from Vuhledar, a city that had remained one of the symbols of steadfastness in southwestern Donbas for more than two years. It was here, at a dominant height, that the 72nd Separate Mechanised Brigade, named after the Black Cossacks fought some of the fiercest defensive battles, holding back the enemy despite daily attacks by armoured vehicles, artillery, and drones. 4 983 8 Previously in trend: Situation at front

defense of ukraine. Combat medics Last days of defense of Vuhledar: "Wounded were jumping in on move ". VIDEO After 28 years in law enforcement, she had risen to the rank of lieutenant colonel. Leaving her position as an SBI investigator, she went to the military enlistment office, concealed her rank and job title, and volunteered for a combat brigade — as a medic. For over two years, Lyubov Zalivadna served with the 72nd Separate Mechanized Brigade named after the Black Zaporizhians, evacuating and saving the wounded in Vuhledar. 11 304 9 Previously in trend: Battles in the east of Ukraine

Velyka Novosilka After Ukraine’s loss of Vuhledar, Russian army rapidly advanced to eastern flank of Velyka Novosilka - British intelligence Velyka Novosilka in the Donetsk region has become vulnerable to Russian attacks due to the loss of Vuhledar, 30 km to the east, in early October 2024. 6 726 13

Поблизу Вугледара окупанти розстріляли п’ятьох полонених безбройних бійців ЗСУ Ruscists shot 5 unarmed captives of AFU near Vuhledar - Prosecutor General’s Office. PHOTO Russian invaders captured five unarmed Ukrainian soldiers near Vuhledar, Donetsk region, who were later shot dead. 13 800 38 Previously in trend: War

РФ посилює наступальні операції на сході Russia intensifies offensive operations in eastern Ukraine - British intelligence The Avdiivka-Pokrovsk sector in eastern Ukraine is likely to remain the main focus of Russia's efforts, with hostile operations intensifying over the past week. It is likely that the Russians are preparing for an offensive on Pokrovsk. 2 091 13

Торецьк Enemy advances near Vuhledar, in Tsukuryne and Toretsk - DeepState. MAP The Russian army managed to advance near Vuhledar and in Toretsk, Donetsk region. 3 969 15 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

Новий комбриг 72 ОМБр Олександр Охріменко розповів про вихід ЗСУ з Вугледара Brigadier Okhrimenko of 72nd SMB on withdrawal from Vuhledar: City was in tactical encirclement. Enemy forces outnumbered us nine to one By the end of September, the situation in southern Donbas had changed so much that holding Vuhledar was no longer important. The ratio of equipment and personnel was almost 1:9 in favor of the enemy. 4 773 32

Вугледар In year of fighting near Vuhledar, Russia has lost more elite soldiers than in 10 years in Chechnya - BBC The elite units of the Russian marines suffered losses during the year of fighting near Vuhledar that are four times higher than their losses during the ten years of war in Chechnya. There are more than 200 people killed alone. 4 897 29 Previously in trend: War

безугла,мар'яна After Bezuhla’s post, enemy send three times more forces to Vuhledar - OSINT analyst The decisive factor in the loss of Vuhledar was the media activity of Ukrainian People's Deputy Mariana Bezuhla. A few hours after her post about the rotation of the 72nd Brigade, the enemy sent three times the number of troops to the weakened positions. 27 372 144 Previously in trend: War

Зеленський прокоментував відхід ЗСУ із Вугледара Zelenskyy on withdrawal of AFU from Vuhledar: Right step to save lives President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the withdrawal from Vuhledar in the Donetsk region was the right step. 9 364 105 Previously in trend: War

Росія не здатна захопити Покровськ після Вугледара Russian invaders will not be able to storm Pokrovsk after capture of Vuhledar - Times To capture Pokrovsk, the occupiers will have to maneuver through an open area that is constantly under fire. Therefore, Russian assaults on Pokrovsk in the near future are very unlikely, but the pressure on the Donetsk region will increase. 9 306 35

72 ОМБр розповіла про відхід із Вугледару 72nd SMB on withdrawal from Vuhledar: It would be critically difficult to hold city further. VIDEO The withdrawal from Vuhledar in the Donetsk region made it possible to minimize the losses of the Defense Forces. 10 998 38 Previously in trend: War

Бутусов про втрату Вугледару Vuhledar. Execution of POWs | Yurii Butusov. VIDEO Yurii Butusov, Editor-in-Chief of Censor.NET, talks live about the situation at the front and the consequences of the loss of the town of Vuhledar in the Donetsk region. 14 738 56 Previously in trend: War

Наслідки російських ударів по Вугледару Command gave permission for withdrawal of our units from Vuhledar due to threat of encirclement - OSGT "Khortytsia" The Defense Forces officially confirmed the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from Vuhledar in the Donetsk region. 14 268 69 Previously in trend: War

Вугледар окуповано Enemy occupied Vuhledar and took control of Obukhovka in Kursk region - DeepState. MAPS Russian troops occupied Vuhledar in the Donetsk region and Obukhovka in the Kursk region. 20 874 45 Previously in trend: War

вугледар 72nd Brigade of AFU denies complete capture of Vuhledar by occupiers - media Russian troops did not fully capture the city of Vuhledar in Donetsk region. 12 872 76 Previously in trend: War

Росіяни окупували Вугледар Russians occupied Vuhledar - DeepState Analysts of the DeepState project report that Russian troops have captured Vuhledar. 35 808 228 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

Вуличні бої у Вугледарі Russian invaders are almost in center of Vuhledar - RMA Active street battles are taking place almost in the center of Vuhledar. 7 123 68

Наслідки російських ударів по Вугледару Russian troops advance near Bohoyavlenka, Tsukuryne and in Vuhledar - DeepState. MAPS As of 1 October 2024, Russian troops were observed advancing near three settlements in the Donetsk region. 6 440 27 Previously in trend: War

Ворог продовжує свій тиск на Вугледар Russians entered Vuhledar from west and south - DeepState. MAP DeepState analysts say the Russian army managed to enter Vuhledar from the west and south. 20 520 36 Previously in trend: War

стрім Бутусова про Вугледар Vuhledar, Kupiansk, Hirnyk | Yurii Butusov. VIDEO Yurii Butusov, Editor-in-Chief of Censor.NET, talks live about the current situation at the front and the defense of the cities of Vuhledar, Kupiansk and Hirnyk. 3 259 1 Previously in trend: War

Росіяни можуть захопити Вугледар виключно ціною втрати тисяч солдатів і одиниць бойової техніки. Battles for Vuhledar became one of bloodiest for Russia in entire war - Forbes The Russians may finally capture Vuhledar. But it will cost them thousands of military lives and a significant loss of military equipment. 9 027 28 Previously in trend: War

вугледар Occupiers continue to advance near Vuhledar - DeepStat. MAP Analysts of the DeepState project have updated the map of hostilities in the Donetsk region and reported on the Russian advance. 7 579 20 Previously in trend: War

Аналітик DeepState про ситуацію навколо Вугледару Situation near Vuhledar is complicated, there is threat of encirclement of Defense Forces in city - DeepState Russian troops approached Vuhledar in the Donetsk region from the southwest. Fighting is currently underway on the outskirts of the city. 5 034 11 Previously in trend: War

72 ОМБр спростувала вихід із Вугледару 72nd SMB remains in Vuhledar, has not left city - statement of brigade. VIDEO The soldiers of the 72nd separate mechanised brigade said they did not leave Vuhledar in Donetsk region. 6 052 12 Previously in trend: War

Донецька ОВА: У Вугледарі залишається близько 100 людей Enemy tries to surround Vuhledar, about 100 civilians remain in city - RMA About 100 civilian Ukrainians remain in the town of Vuhledar, Donetsk region, near where the fighting continues. They refuse to be evacuated. 1 868 10 Previously in trend: War

У Сухопутних військах розповіли, за яких умов ЗСУ вийдуть з Вугледара AFU will withdraw from Vuhedar if there is no opportunity to maintain defense in urban area - Ground Forces Currently, Vuhledar of the Donetsk region is not under operational encirclement, but the Russian invaders are making some advances. 3 809 28 Previously in trend: War

Вугледар після російських атак Enemy wants to surround Vuhledar and level it to ground. Situation is critical - DeepState. VIDEO The situation around Vuhledar in Donetsk Oblast is critical and is continuing to deteriorate. 16 741 104

Вугледар 72nd Mechanised Brigade may be surrounded near Vuhledar - Forbes The Russian occupation forces may cut off the 72nd separate mechanised brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, which has been defending Vuhledar in Donetsk region for 20 months. 11 280 35

72 бригада Soldiers of 72nd SMB show results of their work in August in Vuhledar direction. VIDEO Results of the work of the soldiers of the 72nd Separate Mechanised Brigade of the Black Zaporizhzhia Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Vuhledar direction. 3 540 1 Previously in trend: War

Вугледар (фото ілюстративне) Russians continue advancing near Vuhledar: enemy captures Vodiane - DeepState. MAP The enemy occupied the village of Vodiane in Donetsk Oblast. 11 285 17 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

Торецьк (фото ілюстративне) Occupants continue to advance near Vuhledar and Toretsk - DeepState. MAP Russian troops continue to advance in the Donetsk region. 9 402 25

вугледар Russians occupied village of Prechystivka near Vuhledar - DeepState. MAP The enemy occupied the village of Prechystivka in the Donetsk region. 7 007 15

нью-йорк Occupants resume attacks to outflank Vuhledar - DeepState. MAP DeepState project analysts report that the occupiers have resumed attacks to support attempts to outflank the city of Vuhledar in Donetsk region. 4 671 28 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

безугла,мар'яна Syrskyi withdraws 72nd brigade from Vuhledar, it will be disaster - "servant of people" Bezuhla A member of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security, Defense and Intelligence, "Servant of the People" Mariana Bezuhla, said that the head of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, is withdrawing the experienced 72nd Separate Mechanized Brigade from Vuhledar. 29 534 167 Previously in trend: War

Новогродівка (фото ілюстративне) Russians advance near Vuhledar - DeepState. MAP DeepState analysts have updated the map of hostilities and reported on the advance of Russian troops near Vuhledar in Donetsk region. 11 896 31 Previously in trend: War

вугледар Russian army is trying to surround Vuhledar - DeepState. MAP The Russians are trying to attack Vuhledar in Donetsk Oblast from the flanks. 11 134 25 Previously in trend: War

війна Ukrainian defenders replenished exchange fund under Vuhledar with five occupiers. VIDEO In the course of counter-offensive actions, the Ukrainian Defence Forces continue to replenish the exchange fund. Thus, our soldiers captured 5 Russian invaders near Vuhledar. 11 774 21 Previously in trend: War

війна AFU soldier about successful assault near Vuhledar: "Shouted, ’Give up, br#keback,’ they said: "Russians do not surrender," - and engagement began". VIDEO The soldiers of the 425th Separate Assault Battalion "Skala" told how they managed to capture 8 occupies and eliminate 2 more during the assault. 16 205 28 Previously in trend: War

мототехніка Enemy vehicles destroyed on "Road of Fury" near Vuhledar. VIDEO Soldiers of the 72nd Brigade named after the Black Cossacks filmed fragments of battles and destroyed enemy equipment on the "Road of Fury" near Vuhledar. 15 419 11 Previously in trend: War

окупант200 Two occupiers under fire run through field after defeat of enemy armoured group in Vuhledar direction. VIDEO Ukrainian troops destroyed a convoy of enemy armoured vehicles in the Vuhledar direction. 14 264 90 Previously in trend: War

сбу Agent of GRU of Russian Federation who guided Russian S-300s to positions of AFU near Vuhledar was detained - SSU. PHOTO The SSU detained another Russian military intelligence agent who was adjusting enemy attacks on the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the Donetsk region. 4 219 9 War in Ukraine

війна Battle for Vuhledar: defeat of "Alga" battalion of 72nd brigade of Russian Armed Forces. VIDEO Spectacular footage of the battle for Vuhledar in February 2023 went viral: a Russian armoured personnel carrier with the inscription "Dracula" on its armour fled the battlefield, leading its own soldiers on a tangled path. At that time, the strike group of the 1st Alga motorised rifle battalion of the 72nd Brigade of the Russian Armed Forces tried to break through Ukrainian positions, but soldiers from the 52nd Separate Rifle Battalion from Ivano-Frankivsk stood in their way. 17 529 26 Previously in trend: War

знищення Destruction of enemy self-propelled artillery units (SAU) "Pion" and SAU 2S1 "Gvozdika" in Vuhledar direction. VIDEO The soldiers of the 72nd Brigade named after Chorni Zaporizhtsi destroyed enemy Pion and 2S1 Gvozdika UAVs in the Vuhledar direction using kamikaze drones. 9 743 11 Previously in trend: War

вугледар Destruction of column of Russian troops near Vuhledar. VIDEO Footage of the destruction of a column of Russian troops near Vuhledar in the fall of 2023 was leaked online. 20 381 10 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

війна Soldiers of Armed Forces of Ukraine defeated column of enemy armored vehicles near Vuhledar. VIDEO Soldiers of the 72nd Separate Mechanised Brigade named after the Black Cossacks struck at a mechanized column of occupation troops near the town of Vuhledar in the Donetsk region, destroying enemy armored vehicles. 25 060 7 Previously in trend: War

донеччина Day in Donetsk region: rocket attack on Druzhkivka, shelling of Vuhledar, Novoukrainka, 5 civilians killed. PHOTOS On 28 August, Russians killed 5 residents of the Donetsk region: 2 in Dalne, 1 in Toretsk, Lyman, and Velyka Novosilka. 1 615 1 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

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