Escalation in Pokrovsk: Russian Troops Take Standby Positions in Preparation for New Operations
The situation in the city of Pokrovsk in Donetsk region remains extremely tense and complex for Ukrainian defenders.
According to recent reports, Russian troops that infiltrated the city are currently in a standby mode, prepared for potentially large-scale operations.
Ukrainian Armed Forces sources indicate that the total Russian military presence in this sector amounts to approximately 170,000 troops, with some units numbering around 12,000 soldiers directly involved in active combat on this front.
However, those who managed to penetrate into the city are now in a passive defensive posture, enabling them to receive reinforcements and support from their main group forces.Ukrainian military and intelligence units are actively working to contain the enemy and gather intelligence.
As officer Sergey Tsehotsky noted, Russian fighters are aware of their situation, which is evidenced by intercepted communications.
They also attempt to conceal their true intentions to avoid additional casualties, as their primary goal remains preserving their personnel’s lives and taking control of the situation.As of November 1st, the situation in Pokrovsk remains stable but tense, with Ukrainian forces continuing efforts to stabilize and secure the city.
Analyzing recent events confirms the complexity of operations carried out by Ukrainian intelligence and Defense Forces, especially in light of reports about a reconnaissance operation launched under the command of Lieutenant General Kyrylo Budanov, which began days earlier.
Despite various claims about the operation’s outcomes, Ukrainian media affirm that active measures are ongoing and not yet concluded.