In Ukraine, Donetsk remains the hottest destination. In particular, there are more battles in the Kurakhovsky direction and the most brutal assaults there. This was stated by President Vladimir Zelensky in a video message, Reports UNN.
"There was a report by the commander-in-chief of Sirsky. As always, regarding all the details of the front-line situation and the operation in the Kursk region. The hottest destinations are Donetsk. First of all, this is the Kurakhovsky direction – most of the fighting there, the most brutal assaults. Also Pokrovsky direction, Kupyansky, " Zelensky said.
He expressed gratitude to all the units – every soldier, Sergeant and officer who destroy the occupier and ensure the protection of Ukrainian positions.
Addition
On November 26 , the Reuters news agency reportedthat Russian troops were accelerating their offensive in eastern Ukraine, occupying an area of almost 235 square kilometers over the past week. This was a record for the speed of advance of the Russian army in one week in 2024.
In November, Zelensky statedthat there is slow , but nevertheless pressure and advance of Russians in the east of Ukraine. This is due to the slow recruitment of brigades with weapons and the training of the military.