RU POV: Russian and Ukrainian advances from Day 1259 to 1262 of the War - Suriyakmaps

Russian Forces Advance: 2.75 km²

Advance = 2.75km2

We begin this update off on the Oskil River front, where fighting is ongoing in Kolodyazi. Russian troops have managed to solidify their hold on the village over the past few days, now in control of approximately 80% of it, however Ukraine still holds some positions on the western edge. Russia has also started to send some troops south into the fields and treelines nearby, as they work on securing a buffer around Kolodyazi and positioning themselves to assault the small village of Myrne.

Russian Forces Advance: 11.73 km²

Upper Left Advance = 1.49km2, Middle Right Advance = 1.29km2, Right Advance = 7.44km2, Bottom Right Advance = 1.51km2

Moving south on the same front, heavy clashes continue in Torske, with Russian assault groups moving from their recently secured foothold on the south side of the town and pushing north. Ukraine is gradually being squeezed out of the settlement due to simultaneously Russian attacks from the north and south, whilst also having issues bringing supplies and reinforcements in due to losing the southern forest area.

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To the southeast, the frontline situation in the Serebryansky forest has severely deteriorated for Ukraine. There is a mix of advances and corrections here, with Suriyak claiming that the earlier Russian capture of the Ugolёk resort happened from the north, not the east as originally stated (gave my opinion on this here). If true, it would mean a sizeable portion of the forest has now effectively been encircled, as the lakes further south prevent movement in or out of the Ukrainian controlled portion of the forest. I will say that I doubt Russia has a solid line on the west side of the forest, so it will be possible for the Ukrainian troops inside to break out, although that has its own risks.

Adjacent to this, Russian assault groups have been aggressively attacking and clearing the various dugouts and trenches on the eastern side of the Serebryansky forest, even managing to capture some soldiers. At the current rate of advance and if no Ukrainian reinforcement/breakout occurs, the forest pocket will be cleared and captured by Russian within the next week or so.

Russian Forces Advance: 7.53 km²

Top Right Advance = 1.87km2, Lower Right Advance = 5.15km2, Bottom Advance = 0.51km2

On the Toretsk front, over the past few days Russian forces continued to push through and clear Scherbynivka (bottom of map), taking over the remainder of the centre of the town. This just leaves the northern side of the settlement, however that will be more difficult for Russia to assault as unlike the centre and south of Scherbynivka it is not in the pocket and is supported by Ukrainian positions in neighbouring Kleban-Byk and Katerynivka.

To the northeast, another set of Russian assault groups has been working on the fields and treelines west of Dyliivka/north of Toretsk, clearing and capturing a number of them. This significantly improves the Russian positions around the quarry and lakes, opening up more options for supplies and reducing the risk of a counterattack from the north.

Moving north, Ukraine made a small counterattack over the canal to the southwest of Ivanivske, trying to set themselves up in the forest near the town. Whilst this attack failed, these troops moved through the Pivdenno-Skhidnyi Mine to reach the canal, meaning it is likely under Ukrainian control. This could have happened at any point in the last month or two, as there has been minimal reports from that area in a long time (focus for both sides on Chasiv Yar and around Toretsk).

Russian Forces Advance: 2.05 km²

Upper Left Advance = 0.87km2, Lower Left Advance = 1.18km2

Onto the Pokrovsk front, on the north side, Ukraine is still having issues with securing the area around the railway, with Russian troops expanding their control around Nykanorivka. The village is likely already under Russian control, hence why DRGs have been moving into Dorzhnke and Bilyske, but Suriyak is awaiting further confirmation.

To the south, Russian forces managed to capture the Krasnolimanskaya mine after days of heavy clashes. Russia will now try to set themselves up in the mine and use it as a base for the assault on Rodynske. Ukrainian forces for their part have fallen back into the town, but may try counterattack retake the mine in the coming days.

Russian Forces Advance: 3.64 km²

Top Advance = 1.85km2, Lower Left Advance = 1.79km2

Over on the Velyka Novosilka front, a small Russian group cleared out the mini forest area east of Novokhatske. They may be considering trying to cross the Vovcha River in this area to attack Filiya, but for now this is the only movement they have made.

To the southwest, whilst fighting continues in Voskresenka, at least one Russian group has moved west of the Dnipro-Donetsk border, capturing a couple of treelines as they head towards Sichneve. Despite some Russian claims, Sichneve has not been captured at this point and is still held by Ukraine.

Russian Forces Advance: 0.33 km²

Advance = 0.33km2

Moving up to the Kupyansk front, heavy clashes continue within the town, with no new information being released about the progress of the fighting. However, just outside Kupyansk, Russian troops have managed to secure more of Moskovka, with at least one Russian DRG managing to push down into Sobolivka and the adjacent forest. This poses a serious threat to Ukraine and the defence of Kupyansk, as the main supply road for the town runs through the forest the Russian DRG is now in. If they begin to mine the road or ambush logistics vehicles, Ukraine will begin to run into supply issues quite quickly.

Ukrainian Forces Advance: 1.64 km²

Upper Left Advance = 0.84km2, Lower Left Advance = 0.80km2

Following on from picture 3, having held their positions in and around the quarry, Russian assault groups pushed out west, attacking and capturing two important trench networks near the Kryvyi Torets River (one along the railway, one slightly east of it). This is a critical advance on this front for Russia, as now all Ukrainian troops and supplies for Katerynivka, Kleban-Byk and Scherbynivka must travel through a tiny gap along the southeastern corner of the reservoir, which will be easy to interdict with drones. I discussed this area in a few comments back in June, but Ukraine is now effectively cut off and at risk of a full encirclement if they cannot hold the small gap open.

Whilst this was happening, Russia launched a motorised attack into Katerynivka, dropping off troops who are now trying to secure the village. Simultaneously, another Russian group cleared and captured the trench network south of the settlement, which will allow them to bring in further reinforcements for the assault on Katerynivka.

Russian Forces Advance: 4.61 km²

Upper Middle Advance = 1.32km2, Left Advance = 3.29km2

Heading back to the Pokrovsk front, this time on the southern and western side. Within the city itself, heavy clashes continue and as usual there is a lack of information or updates from either side as to the progress of the battle. Suriyak has expanded the Russian control of the southern and southwestern suburbs of Pokrovsk, as from the frequent DRG infiltrations and movement of Russian troops in this area it is clear Ukraine no longer controls it.

To the west, Russian infantry cleared out the last remnants of Ukrainian control over the fields and treelines south of Udachne. Clashes continue over the town itself, although as per both Russian and Ukrainian sources it is effectively one gain bit of greyzone where neither side can move forward. I do not expect there to be much Russian progress in the town for the foreseeable future.

Russian Forces Advance: 1.48 km²

Advance = 1.48km2

Back to the Velyka Novosilka front, this time on the west side where Russian troops made a minor advance south of Temyrivka, clearing out a couple of treelines and a field.

Ukrainian Forces Advance: 0.58 km²

Advance = 0.58km2

Moving back up to the Oskil River front, after weeks of positional battles Ukrainian troops have managed to recapture more of Ridkodub, now in control of most of the village. Given the constant back and forth over the settlement, it is unclear if they can retake the last portion or if momentum will switch back to Russia once again.

Russian Forces Advance: 11.36 km²

Top Left Advance = 10.44km2, Bottom Right Advance = 0.92km2

Following on from picture 2, Ukrainian positions in Torske have begun to collapse due to the pressure from all sides, with their remaining infantry pulling back from the outer areas into the centre of the town. Russian forces have captured more of central Torske, as well as capturing a number of fields, treelines, some fortifications and the remainder of the northern side of the Serebryansky forest due to Ukraine being forced to withdraw.

At the same time as this, Russia launched a motorcycle assault on neighbouring Zarichne, with at least some of them making it into the town. It is unclear whether they will be able to consolidate positions, but it does show that Russia is already trying to move on into Zarichne to continue the advance.

To the southeast, Russia made a smaller advance in the Serebryansky forest, capturing more of the area around the lakes north of Hryhorivka.

Russian Forces Advance: 1.73 km²

Left Advance = 0.91km2, Middle Left Advance = 0.82km2

On the west side of the Kostyantynivka front, Russian troops have begun to move out of Poltavka, capturing part of the treelines on either side of the small reservoir.

Slightly to the east, the Russian assault on Rusyn Yar continues, with their troops now in control of most of the southern side.

Russian Forces Advance: 1.35 km²

Left Advance = 1.06km2, Middle Left Advance = 0.29km2

Following on from picture 8, Suriyak has again expanded the Russian control of southern Pokrovsk, with their assault groups also confirmed to be in Troyanda. Russian DRGs continue to be spotted deeper and deeper into Pokrovsk, with the latest group seen east of the central apartment area.

To the west, a small Russian group has also managed to clear part of the treelines and fields northwest of Zvirove. Not much movement in this area for Russia, as the focus is obviously on the fighting within the city.

Russian Forces Advance: 5.03 km²

Left Advance = 3.92km2, Lower Left Advance = 1.11km2

Following on from picture 10, over the past few days Russian assault groups managed to solidify their positions west if Zelena Dolyna, expanding their control of the fields and treelines. They then moved on to assault Serednje from the north, crossing the Nitrius River and taking up positions in the northernmost houses. These Russian troops do not have a solid foothold yet, but if they can push deeper into Serednje it will also help them with the fighting around Shandryholove.

Russian Forces Advance: 4.70 km²

Advance = 4.70km2

Following on from picture 4, Russian troops expanded their control of the fields and small forests between Nykanorivka and Mayak. Already Russian assault groups have been reported around Nove Shakhove (northwest of this advance), but the lack of information and updates is making map changes difficult to determine.

Russian Forces

No Advance

Following on from picture 13, Suriyak has once again expanded the greyzone due to increasing reports of Russian DRGs in larger parts of Pokrovsk. As mentioned before, updates on advances will be scattered as both sides are withholding information and being intentionally vague/misleading about the progress of the battle.

Russian Forces Advance: 0.51 km²

Advance = 0.51km2

Following on from picture 5, Russian assault groups have managed to clear and capture most of the remainder of Voskresenka over the past few days. They will likely take the remaining buildings on the west side in the coming days, but will need to expand the buffer around the settlement to avoid Ukraine breaking back in like they did last time.

Ukrainian Forces Advance: 4.41 km²

Top Left Advance = 0.81km2, Upper Left Advance = 3.60km2

On the western side of the Zaporizhia front, Ukraine has continued its counterattacks over the past week, retaking some of the lightly held fields and treelines north and northeast of Kamyanske. Whilst they have so far failed to secure a foothold in Kamyanske, it is effectively stallingn the Russian push on Plavni and Stepnohirsk, as they are forced to defend and drive out the Ukrainian groups.

Having said that, at least one Russian group managed to enter Stepnohirsk, which Ukraine is currently trying to bomb out.

Ukrainian Forces Advance: 0.51 km²

Bottom Advance = 0.51km2