In a significant development in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Russia announced on Saturday the capture of the village of Berezivka, located in the eastern Donetsk region. This area is strategically important as it lies along a route that connects two crucial towns: the mining hub of Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka, another vital logistical center.
The Russian Ministry of Defense stated that this territorial gain comes as part of Moscow’s gradual encroachment on eastern Ukraine, an operation that has been underway for over a year, despite the heavy losses faced by Russian forces on the battlefield. The capture of Berezivka could represent a key step in Russia’s efforts to sever access to Pokrovsk, aiming to disrupt Ukrainian supply lines.
Reports from the DeepState website, which is affiliated with the Ukrainian military, indicate that Russian forces have advanced to a junction on the T0504 road, further tightening their grip on this vital corridor between Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka. This advance poses significant logistical challenges for the Ukrainian armed forces, particularly in their efforts to supply and reinforce these critical areas. The ongoing conflict has seen a notable increase in Russian drone attacks targeting Ukrainian supply convoys, complicating the situation further.
Kostiantynivka, which before the onset of hostilities had a population of approximately 67,000, is also under increasing pressure from Moscow’s advancing troops. The situation in this region continues to evolve, as the Russian army seeks to consolidate its control and disrupt crucial supply routes for Ukrainian forces. The strategic implications of such territorial changes could alter the dynamics of the conflict, raising concerns for both local residents and the broader Ukrainian defense strategy.
