Russian forces have increased pressure along multiple sections of the front line, with daily combat engagements exceeding 200 and Ukrainian troops inflicting heavy losses on the enemy, Ukraine’s commander-in-chief Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi said.
Syrskyi reported that Russian casualties have risen significantly in recent days as fighting intensifies with changing weather conditions.
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Surge in clashes and Russian losses
According to a statement posted on Telegram, Syrskyi said the number of combat engagements has exceeded 200 per day for several consecutive days.
He added that Russian forces have suffered substantial losses over a short period.
“Over Tuesday to Thursday alone, about 4,840 occupiers were neutralized, killed or wounded,” Syrskyi said.
The commander-in-chief attributed the escalation in fighting to seasonal changes, noting that Russian troops have stepped up pressure across several sectors of the front.
Syrskyi said the increased activity of Russian forces requires Ukrainian troops to adopt new, asymmetric approaches on the battlefield.
He emphasized that Ukrainian forces are acting proactively, seeking to seize the initiative and regain positions.
“Ukrainian troops are acting actively, intercepting the initiative and continuing to restore positions,” Syrskyi noted.
Continued offensive operations in the south
During a working visit to the southern operational zone, where active combat continues, Syrskyi met with commanders responsible for offensive operations.
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